Out-of-bounds Read Vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player
CVE-2018-5001

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Adobe
Status
Adobe Flash Player 29.0.0.171 And Earlier Versions
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 July 2018

What is CVE-2018-5001?

A vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player prior to version 29.0.0.171 allows attackers to exploit an out-of-bounds read condition, potentially leading to unauthorized information disclosure. Attackers could leverage this flaw to access sensitive data, which emphasizes the importance of updating to the latest versions for protection against such risks.

Affected Version(s)

Adobe Flash Player 29.0.0.171 and earlier Adobe Flash Player 29.0.0.171 and earlier versions

References

https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:1827
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041058
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https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/ap...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
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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