Memory Corruption Issue in Adobe Flash Player Affecting Video Coding Engine
CVE-2017-3068

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Adobe
Status
Adobe Flash Player 25.0.0.148 And Earlier.
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 May 2017

Summary

Adobe Flash Player, specifically versions 25.0.0.148 and earlier, has a memory corruption vulnerability within its Advanced Video Coding engine. This flaw can be exploited to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems, posing significant risks to users who operate outdated versions. It is advisable for users to update to the latest versions to mitigate exposure to potential exploits.

Affected Version(s)

Adobe Flash Player 25.0.0.148 and earlier. Adobe Flash Player 25.0.0.148 and earlier.

References

https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201705-12
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https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/ap...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98349
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EPSS Score

50% 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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