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CVE-2016-6989 is a memory corruption flaw in Adobe Flash Player that could let an attacker run code or crash the application. The provided sources identify vulnerable Flash versions on Windows, OS X, and Linux. Treat remaining Flash deployments as legacy risk requiring prompt removal or update. Exposure is most likely on legacy endpoints, browsers, or managed images that still include Adobe Flash Player below the fixed versions listed by Adobe and Linux vendors. Prioritize remediation if Flash remains anywhere in the environment. Although exploitation evidence is not supplied, arbitrary code execution in a browser plugin creates meaningful legacy exposure, especially on unmanaged or older workstations. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Flash Player to the fixed vendor versions or later where still installed.; Remove or disable Flash Player where business use is not required.; Apply relevant Linux distribution updates from Gentoo or Red Hat guidance..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- GLSA-201610-10CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb16-32.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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