Type Confusion Vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player
CVE-2016-4225

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

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

Summary

A security flaw exists in Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.366 and 19.x through 22.x prior to 22.0.0.209 on Windows and OS X, and before 11.2.202.632 on Linux. This vulnerability arises from a type confusion issue that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code. It is critical for users to be aware of this risk to ensure proper security measures are implemented, as it can lead to unauthorized access and potential exploitation.

References

http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-427
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http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016...
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https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201607-03
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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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