Memory Corruption Vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player by Adobe Systems
CVE-2016-4184

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Adobe
Status
Flash Player Desktop Runtime
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 July 2016

Summary

This vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player allows attackers to exploit memory corruption issues, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or causing a denial of service. The flaw affects multiple versions across Windows, OS X, and Linux platforms, enabling attackers to utilize unspecified vectors for intrusion. The nature of this vulnerability distinguishes it from others in the same CVE grouping, highlighting the critical need for users to update their software to the latest versions.

References

http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016...
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http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91725
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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