Security readout for executives and security teams
This CVE concerns an unspecified Adobe Flash Player flaw in version 21.0.0.242 and earlier, including Flash libraries bundled with Internet Explorer 10, Internet Explorer 11, and Microsoft Edge. The public bundle does not state the impact, attack method, CVSS score, or active exploitation. Treat any remaining Flash exposure as legacy risk needing confirmation and vendor-guided remediation. Exposure is limited to systems that still have Adobe Flash Player 21.0.0.242 or earlier, or the affected embedded Flash components in IE 10, IE 11, or Edge. Modern environments are likely exposed only through legacy images, old workstations, embedded systems, or archived browser stacks. Prioritize as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless asset inventory shows affected Flash remains in business use. Escalate if Flash is present on internet-facing, email-facing, or high-value user systems. Mitigation focus: Check Adobe APSB16-18 and Microsoft MS16-083 for vendor remediation guidance.; Apply relevant Microsoft, Adobe, Red Hat, or SUSE security updates where applicable.; Inventory legacy systems for Flash Player 21.0.0.242 or earlier..
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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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