CVE-2011-2115

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

published June 16, 2011

CVSS
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EPSS
8%
Percentile
94.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafted tSAC chunk is the key to this vulnerability, allowing remote attackers to run arbitrary code! Imagine a trickster slipping a fake order into a busy kitchen, causing chaos as the chefs unknowingly serve up a disaster. 🍽️ This vulnerability is like a hidden recipe in a restaurant that uses spoiled ingredients — the kitchen (your system) won't know it's bad until it's too late and the dish (your software) is ruined. Just as a chef must inspect each item that comes in, your software must check every input it receives! This vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution or a denial of service, allowing attackers to crash your system or run malicious software. It’s like an uninvited guest at a dinner party who takes control of the event — they could make things really uncomfortable or downright dangerous!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like a hidden recipe in a restaurant that uses spoiled ingredients — the kitchen (your system) won't know it's bad until it's too late and the dish (your software) is ruined. Just as a chef must inspect each item that comes in, your software must check every input it receives! The vulnerability lies in the IML32.dll of Adobe Shockwave Player versions prior to 11.6.0.626, where a crafted tSAC chunk triggers a heap-based buffer overflow, allowing for potential arbitrary code execution or memory corruption.

What to do

This vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution or a denial of service, allowing attackers to crash your system or run malicious software. It’s like an uninvited guest at a dinner party who takes control of the event — they could make things really uncomfortable or downright dangerous! To protect against this vulnerability, ensure you upgrade Adobe Shockwave Player to version 11.6.0.626 or later. Regularly review and patch your software to avoid these sneaky issues! You've got this! By taking these steps, you’re not just fixing an issue—you’re bolstering your defenses and securing your digital kitchen! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.07878 · 94.7th 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 remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a…
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