CVE-2011-2419

IML32.dll in Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.6.1.629 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via…

published August 11, 2011

CVSS
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EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ This little gem, IML32.dll in Adobe Shockwave Player, has a sneaky way of letting attackers execute arbitrary code! Think of IML32.dll as a restaurant’s secret ingredient that, when tampered with, can turn a delicious dish into a disaster. Just like an unsuspecting chef might add a poisonous spice if no one reviews the recipe, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to wreak havoc on your system. If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on the affected system, leading to unauthorized access or even a complete crash of the Shockwave Player. This could mean anything from losing your current project to giving an attacker the keys to your digital kingdom!

Put simply

Think of IML32.dll as a restaurant’s secret ingredient that, when tampered with, can turn a delicious dish into a disaster. Just like an unsuspecting chef might add a poisonous spice if no one reviews the recipe, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to wreak havoc on your system. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to manipulate the memory of Adobe Shockwave Player through unspecified vectors, leading to potential code execution or a denial of service due to memory corruption.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on the affected system, leading to unauthorized access or even a complete crash of the Shockwave Player. This could mean anything from losing your current project to giving an attacker the keys to your digital kingdom! To protect yourself, upgrade your Adobe Shockwave Player to version 11.6.1.629 or later immediately. It's also wise to audit your system for any related security measures to fortify your defenses. You've got this! With these steps, you'll secure your system and keep the digital baddies at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05312 · 92.5th percentile
Published
2011-08-11T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 AUG 22:00Z
    IML32.dll in Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.6.1.629 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via…
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