CVE-2014-6425

CVE-2014-6425 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Wireshark with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

The (1) get_quoted_string and (2) get_unquoted_string functions in epan/dissectors/packet-cups.c in the CUPS dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.1 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer over-read and application crash) via a CUPS packet that lacks a trailing '\0' character.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-6425?
The (1) get_quoted_string and (2) get_unquoted_string functions in epan/dissectors/packet-cups.c in the CUPS dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.1 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer over-read and application crash) via a CUPS packet that lacks a trailing '\0' character.
How severe is CVE-2014-6425?
CVE-2014-6425 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2014-6425 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-6425?
CVE-2014-6425 affects Wireshark. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6425?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-6425 published?
CVE-2014-6425 was published on 2014-09-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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