A remote overflow exists in the Wireshark NFS dissector. The dissector fails to perform proper bounds checking resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted packet, an attacker can cause arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 0.99.2 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.