Wireshark 4.6.8 Released to Patch 28 Security Vulnerabilities

Gbhackers •Divya • August 13, 2026

Wireshark has released version 4.6.8, which addresses security vulnerabilities in 28 identified issues that could lead to crashes, abnormal exits, memory-safety problems, and denial-of-service conditions when the network protocol analyzer handles specially crafted traffic or capture files. This update is particularly important for security analysts, incident responders, network administrators, and researchers who frequently work with […]

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Wireshark 4.6.8 Addresses 28 Security Bugs, Including Critical File Parser Vulnerabilities Wireshark 4.6.8 has been released, fixing 28 security bugs, with nine vulnerabilities in file parsers that can lead to crashes when opening crafted capture files. These vulnerabilities do not require network access, posing a significant risk to users. The release also addresses memory-safety flaws, two crashes in `sharkd`, and issues with 5G field decoding. Affected file parsers include pcapng, Endace ERF, and several others, particularly on Windows systems. Users are advised to update to the latest version to mitigate these risks. The vulnerabilities could potentially be exploited by attackers to disrupt operations without direct network access. The update is critical for maintaining the integrity and reliability of the protocol analyzer. Current status is that the patch is available and users are encouraged to apply it promptly. 6 sources 58

Wireshark 4.6.8 Released to Patch 28 Security Vulnerabilities

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