CVE-2010-1289

Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.5.7.609 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or possibly execute arbitrary code via unspecified…

published May 13, 2010

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An elusive vulnerability in Adobe Shockwave Player can lead to memory corruption, making it a slippery slope for attackers looking to cause chaos! Think of it like an overstuffed suitcase—if you shove too much in, it might burst open and spill everywhere! In this case, the memory corruption can lead to a denial of service or even allow attackers to take control. If exploited, this could result in your system crashing unexpectedly or worse, conceding control to an attacker who could execute arbitrary code. Imagine your computer suddenly deciding to misbehave, jeopardizing sensitive data and overall security. Definitely not a fun time!

Put simply

Think of it like an overstuffed suitcase—if you shove too much in, it might burst open and spill everywhere! In this case, the memory corruption can lead to a denial of service or even allow attackers to take control. This vulnerability allows for memory corruption in Adobe Shockwave Player versions before 11.5.7.609, leaving the door open for a denial of service or arbitrary code execution through unspecified means.

What to do

If exploited, this could result in your system crashing unexpectedly or worse, conceding control to an attacker who could execute arbitrary code. Imagine your computer suddenly deciding to misbehave, jeopardizing sensitive data and overall security. Definitely not a fun time! Ensure that you update to Adobe Shockwave Player version 11.5.7.609 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, consider reviewing your system for any other outdated software to bolster your overall security posture. You've got this! Stay proactive, and you'll keep your systems safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04011 · 90.5th percentile
Published
2010-05-13T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 MAY 21:00Z
    Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.5.7.609 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or possibly execute arbitrary code via unspecified…
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