CVE-2026-5656
High
Description
Profile import path traversal in Wireshark 4.6.0 to 4.6.4 and 4.4.0 to 4.4.14 allows denial of service and possible code execution
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.0
Exploit probability—
ProductWireshark
PublishedMay 1, 2026
First seenMay 1, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-22Path traversal
How to fix
Update
- wireshark wireshark4.4.15, 4.6.5 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| wireshark wireshark | 4.4.0 ≤ v < 4.4.15, 4.6.0 ≤ v < 4.6.5 | 4.4.15, 4.6.5 |
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