CVE-2012-0760

The Shockwave 3D Asset component in Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.6.4.634 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory…

published February 15, 2012

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A hidden gem in Adobe Shockwave Player can lead to chaos! When attackers exploit this flaw, they can run arbitrary code or even crash your system. 🙈 Think of this vulnerability like a sneaky hacker slipping a rogue ingredient into a chef's secret sauce, throwing off the whole recipe—one wrong move can spoil the entire dish! 🍽️ If exploited, this flaw could allow attackers to execute harmful code or cause a denial of service by corrupting memory, leaving your system vulnerable and crashing unexpectedly. It's like a surprise party where the surprise is a major headache instead of fun!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a sneaky hacker slipping a rogue ingredient into a chef's secret sauce, throwing off the whole recipe—one wrong move can spoil the entire dish! 🍽️ The issue resides in the Shockwave 3D Asset component allowing arbitrary code execution or memory corruption through unspecified vectors, distinct from other vulnerabilities reported in the same series, ensuring this isn't just a repeat problem. 🚨

What to do

If exploited, this flaw could allow attackers to execute harmful code or cause a denial of service by corrupting memory, leaving your system vulnerable and crashing unexpectedly. It's like a surprise party where the surprise is a major headache instead of fun! To safeguard your systems, update Adobe Shockwave Player to version 11.6.4.634 or later immediately. Regularly check for updates and consider implementing strict access controls to minimize risks. 🛡️ You can tackle this! Keep your software updated, and you'll be one step closer to securing your system! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03738 · 89.7th percentile
Published
2012-02-15T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 FEB 01:00Z
    The Shockwave 3D Asset component in Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.6.4.634 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory…
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