Security readout for executives and security teams
This CVE is an Adobe Flash Player memory-safety issue that could let an attacker run arbitrary code if vulnerable Flash content is processed. The bundle names older Flash releases only. Flash exposure should be treated as urgent where the plugin or bundled browser component still exists. Exposure is likely limited to systems that still have affected Adobe Flash Player versions installed or bundled through supported platform packages from that period. Check browsers, legacy applications, and managed images for Flash components at or below the affected versions. Prioritize remediation for any environment where Flash still exists, especially user workstations and legacy business systems. The business risk is arbitrary code execution through obsolete client-side software, even though this bundle does not prove active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Apply Adobe Flash Player security updates referenced in APSB16-37.; Apply Microsoft MS16-141 where Flash is bundled with Windows browsers.; Apply relevant Red Hat or Gentoo security updates if those packages are present..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- MS16-141CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb16-37.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- GLSA-201611-18CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO
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