Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-4124 is an Adobe Flash Player vulnerability affecting version 21.0.0.242 and earlier, including Flash libraries bundled with Internet Explorer 10, Internet Explorer 11, and Microsoft Edge. Public metadata does not describe the impact or attack vector, so urgency depends on whether legacy Flash remains present. Exposure is most likely in legacy environments retaining Adobe Flash Player, Microsoft embedded Flash in IE or Edge, or Linux Flash plugin packages from 2016-era distributions. Treat as a legacy technology cleanup and patch-verification item. Escalate if Flash is still required on production endpoints or exposed workflows. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Adobe Flash Player 21.0.0.242 or earlier.; Review Adobe APSB16-18 and Microsoft MS16-083 for applicable updates.; Apply relevant Red Hat or SUSE advisories for Linux Flash packages..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- MS16-083CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
- RHSA-2016:1238CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb16-18.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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