Use After Free Vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player
CVE-2018-4919

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Adobe
Status
Adobe Flash Player 28.0.0.161 And Earlier Versions
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 May 2018

Summary

Adobe Flash Player versions 28.0.0.161 and earlier contain a use after free vulnerability that can be exploited to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current user. This issue poses a significant risk as it could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to system resources and potentially control the affected machines. Prompt updates and security measures are highly recommended to mitigate this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Adobe Flash Player 28.0.0.161 and earlier Adobe Flash Player 28.0.0.161 and earlier versions

References

https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:0520
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https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/ap...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103385
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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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