#VU7686 Improper input validation in Tcpdump - CVE-2015-2155

Vulnerability identifier: #VU7686

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2015-2155

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Tcpdump
Server applications / DLP, anti-spam, sniffers

Vendor: Tcpdump.org

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.

The weakness exists due to an error in the Force printer. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation
Update to version 4.7.2 or later.

Vulnerable software versions

Tcpdump: 4.1.1 - 4.7.0

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External links
https://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039027

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.