Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-4153 is an unspecified Adobe Flash Player vulnerability affecting version 21.0.0.242 and earlier, including Flash libraries embedded in Internet Explorer 10, Internet Explorer 11, and Microsoft Edge. The source bundle does not state the impact or attack path. Exposure is most likely on legacy endpoints, browsers, or Linux packages that still contain Flash Player 21.0.0.242 or earlier, including Microsoft browser-integrated Flash components referenced by MS16-083. Treat this as a legacy-technology cleanup and patch verification item. Urgency is highest where Flash remains enabled on browsing endpoints, but the available evidence does not support claiming active exploitation or defined business impact. Mitigation focus: Review Adobe APSB16-18 and Microsoft MS16-083 guidance for applicable updates.; Apply relevant Red Hat or SUSE security updates where those packages exist.; Remove or disable Flash Player where business systems no longer require it..
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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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