Type Confusion Vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player Across Windows, OS X, and Linux
CVE-2016-4224

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

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

Summary

Adobe Flash Player contains a vulnerability that allows attackers to exploit a type confusion flaw in specific versions of the software, leading to the potential execution of arbitrary code on affected systems. This vulnerability is present in various versions across Windows, OS X, and Linux platforms, making it crucial for users to update their Flash Player installations to the latest versions to protect against possible exploits.

References

http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016...
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https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201607-03
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91718
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EPSS Score

5% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

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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