Security readout for executives and security teams
This is a code-execution flaw in older Adobe Flash Player releases. A malicious Flash file or page could abuse Clipboard data handling to corrupt memory and run attacker-controlled code. The provided sources do not show active exploitation, but Flash on business endpoints historically created broad browser-based exposure. Exposure is likely limited to systems that still had the affected Flash Player versions installed or packaged through operating system/browser channels in late 2016. Internet-facing browsing activity increased risk because Flash content could be delivered through websites or documents. Prioritize remediation if any legacy Flash remains in the environment. The business risk is arbitrary code execution from client-side content, but urgency depends on whether affected Flash versions are still present. Mitigation focus: Check Adobe APSB16-39 and OS vendor advisories for the corrected Flash Player version.; Update affected Flash Player packages from trusted vendor channels.; Disable or remove Flash Player where it is not operationally required..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- MS16-154CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
- GLSA-201701-17CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb16-39.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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