wnpa-sec-2026-47 · Sharkd utility memory leak
Summary
Name: Sharkd utility memory leak
Docid: wnpa-sec-2026-47
Date: April 29, 2026
Affected versions: 4.6.0 to 4.6.4, 4.4.0 to 4.4.14
Fixed versions: 4.6.5, 4.4.15
References:
Wireshark issue 21214.
Details
Description
The sharkd utility could leak memory.
Impact
Discovered by Alexandre de Oliveira. We are unaware of any exploits for this issue. It may be possible to make sharkd consume excessive CPU resources.
Resolution
Upgrade to Wireshark 4.6.5, 4.4.15 or later.
