CVE-2011-2451

Adobe Flash Player before 10.3.183.11 and 11.x before 11.1.102.55 on Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, and Solaris and before 11.1.102.59 on Android, and Adobe AIR…

published November 11, 2011

CVSS
—
EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ This vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player could open the door for attackers to execute arbitrary code, like a sneaky magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat—at a very inconvenient moment! Think of it as a restaurant that allows customers to place orders without verifying their identity. If nobody checks who’s at the counter, a rogue diner could order anything—leading to chaos in the kitchen! An attacker might exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious code, potentially causing a denial of service or even worse—taking control of your system. With nothing but a clever trick, they could lead to unexpected crashes or further system compromise.

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant that allows customers to place orders without verifying their identity. If nobody checks who’s at the counter, a rogue diner could order anything—leading to chaos in the kitchen! This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause memory corruption through unspecified vectors in Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 10.3.183.11 and 11.x prior to 11.1.102.55. It’s a complex issue that isn't directly tied to other known vulnerabilities, but it can still create major havoc.

What to do

An attacker might exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious code, potentially causing a denial of service or even worse—taking control of your system. With nothing but a clever trick, they could lead to unexpected crashes or further system compromise. To mitigate this issue, users should upgrade Adobe Flash Player to at least version 10.3.183.11 or 11.x at or above 11.1.102.55. Regularly check for updates and ensure all affected systems are patched to keep your digital fortress strong! You've got this! With a quick update, you’ll be back on track and ready to enjoy a secure browsing experience! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05847 · 93.1th percentile
Published
2011-11-11T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 NOV 16:00Z
    Adobe Flash Player before 10.3.183.11 and 11.x before 11.1.102.55 on Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, and Solaris and before 11.1.102.59 on Android, and Adobe AIR…
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