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Wireshark Security Alert: Malware Risk From Packet Capture Files

Maliciously constructed Wireshark packet capture files might be used to distribute malware , providing recipients can be tricked into double clicking file URL fields. A CVE has been assigned to the security issue (now resolved through a recent update) due its potential for harm, despite the fact that some social engineering trickery is required. . Variants of the same attack could potentially be thrown against users of the popular network security tool, widely used by security analysts and penetration testers, whether they use Windows or Xubuntu Linux-based systems. The attack, discovered by security researcher Lukas Euler of Positive Security , is explained in a recent post on GitLab that features proof-of-concept videos. Even though developers of Wireshark normally avoid asking for a CVE to be created for potential security issues that require user interaction, an exception was made in this case because of the “low barrier to entry and level of control” an attacker might gain. The issue, tracked as CVE-2021-22191 , was resolved through a recent update. . Alterations of a breach could target individuals employing popular cybersecurity solutions, increasing the dangers of malware propagation.. Network Attack Vectors, Wireshark Security Risks, Malware Distribution. . Brittany Day

Mar 16, 2021 • Brittany Day Security Vulnerabilities