CVE-2013-5332

Adobe Flash Player before 11.7.700.257 and 11.8.x and 11.9.x before 11.9.900.170 on Windows and Mac OS X and before 11.2.202.332 on Linux, Adobe AIR before…

published December 11, 2013

CVSS
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EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An ambiguous memory corruption flaw in Adobe Flash could allow attackers to run arbitrary code—like letting a mischievous guest decide the recipe for your signature dish! 🍽️ Think of it like a restaurant where the head chef leaves the kitchen for a moment, and suddenly a customer hops behind the counter to alter the menu. If no one watches the process, the outcome could be anything from a delightful surprise to a disastrous meal! If exploited, this vulnerability can lead to a denial of service or the dreaded arbitrary code execution. Imagine an attacker taking full control of your system, inviting their friends to a party you never agreed to host!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the head chef leaves the kitchen for a moment, and suddenly a customer hops behind the counter to alter the menu. If no one watches the process, the outcome could be anything from a delightful surprise to a disastrous meal! This vulnerability arises from unspecified vectors within Adobe Flash Player and Adobe AIR, allowing attackers to manipulate memory leading to potential code execution or crashes. It's like a leak in your plumbing that could either flood your kitchen or let unwanted pests in.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability can lead to a denial of service or the dreaded arbitrary code execution. Imagine an attacker taking full control of your system, inviting their friends to a party you never agreed to host! Update Adobe Flash Player and Adobe AIR to the latest versions listed to close this gap. Keeping your software current is vital in maintaining a strong defense! You've got this! With a simple update, you'll make your digital space much safer. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05425 · 92.7th percentile
Published
2013-12-11T15:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 DEC 15:00Z
    Adobe Flash Player before 11.7.700.257 and 11.8.x and 11.9.x before 11.9.900.170 on Windows and Mac OS X and before 11.2.202.332 on Linux, Adobe AIR before…
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