Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2017-2982 is a memory-safety flaw in Adobe Flash Player. A vulnerable Flash installation could allow arbitrary code execution if the flaw is successfully exploited. The source bundle does not show active exploitation or a CVSS score, but the stated impact makes remaining Flash exposure a serious legacy risk. Exposure is most likely on legacy endpoints, browsers, or Linux packages that still include Adobe Flash Player 24.0.0.194 or earlier. Organizations with old desktop images, unsupported applications, or unmanaged browser plugins should treat this as plausible until inventory proves otherwise. Prioritize remediation for any remaining Flash installations, especially on user workstations. This is a legacy arbitrary-code-execution risk with limited compensating value today. If inventory shows no Flash exposure, document that result and close as not applicable. Mitigation focus: Update Flash Player according to Adobe APSB17-04 and applicable OS vendor advisories.; Remove or disable Flash Player where business use is no longer required.; Apply relevant Red Hat or Gentoo security updates for managed Linux systems..
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- Known Exploited
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- GLSA-201702-20CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb17-04.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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