CVE-2010-4306

Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.5.9.620 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a…

published February 10, 2011

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unspecified vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution or memory corruption in Adobe Shockwave Player versions before 11.5.9.620! 📉 Think of it like a mysterious crack in a dam. At first glance, it may seem harmless, but over time, it could lead to catastrophic failures if not patched up properly! 💧 An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, which could result in a range of malicious activities, from installing malware to crashing services. Even though it's not currently exploited in the wild, it leaves the door wide open for potential chaos!

Put simply

Think of it like a mysterious crack in a dam. At first glance, it may seem harmless, but over time, it could lead to catastrophic failures if not patched up properly! 💧 This vulnerability in Adobe Shockwave Player arises from memory corruption in the application, allowing attackers to send crafted inputs that the player cannot handle, leading to system instability or unauthorized actions.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, which could result in a range of malicious activities, from installing malware to crashing services. Even though it's not currently exploited in the wild, it leaves the door wide open for potential chaos! To secure your systems, update Adobe Shockwave Player to version 11.5.9.620 or later. It's also wise to review your network configurations and ensure you have solid security measures in place to protect against unforeseen exploits. You've got this! Just follow these steps, and you'll keep your systems safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03782 · 89.9th percentile
Published
2011-02-10T15:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 FEB 15:00Z
    Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.5.9.620 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a…
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