CVE-2011-2111

IML32.dll in Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.6.0.626 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via…

published June 16, 2011

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
91.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

💡 A tricky vulnerability in IML32.dll could let attackers execute arbitrary code or crash your Adobe Shockwave Player! 🎮 Think of IML32.dll as a game controller at an arcade — if a rogue player figures out how to send inputs without authorization, they could wreak some havoc on the system, causing it to crash or even take control. If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to unexpected crashes or even allow a malicious actor to run arbitrary commands on your system — like a mischievous player hitting the emergency stop button mid-game, disrupting everything for everyone.

Put simply

Think of IML32.dll as a game controller at an arcade — if a rogue player figures out how to send inputs without authorization, they could wreak some havoc on the system, causing it to crash or even take control. This vulnerability resides in IML32.dll of Adobe Shockwave Player (versions prior to 11.6.0.626) and allows attackers to exploit it through unspecified vectors, potentially causing memory corruption that could lead to denial of service or code execution.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to unexpected crashes or even allow a malicious actor to run arbitrary commands on your system — like a mischievous player hitting the emergency stop button mid-game, disrupting everything for everyone. To protect yourself, ensure your Adobe Shockwave Player is updated to version 11.6.0.626 or later. Regularly check for updates and apply security patches promptly to avoid any risks. You've got this! Keeping your software updated is the best defense. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04296 · 91.0th percentile
Published
2011-06-16T23:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 JUN 23:00Z
    IML32.dll in Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.6.0.626 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via…
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