CVE-2014-0491

Adobe Flash Player before 11.7.700.260 and 11.8.x and 11.9.x before 12.0.0.38 on Windows and Mac OS X and before 11.2.202.335 on Linux, Adobe AIR before…

published January 15, 2014

CVSS
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EPSS
7%
Percentile
94.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A hidden backdoor could be swinging open! Adobe Flash Player prior to updates allows attackers to bypass protection mechanisms with sneaky moves that remain unspecified. 💥 Think of it like a security guard at a concert who just doesn’t check certain VIP passes — anyone with a cunning plan can sneak right in without anyone noticing! If exploited, an attacker could potentially access areas they shouldn’t, leading to unwanted exposure or manipulation of data — a serious breach in your digital concert hall. While there's no known exploitation yet, the risks are still present and shouldn't be taken lightly!

Put simply

Think of it like a security guard at a concert who just doesn’t check certain VIP passes — anyone with a cunning plan can sneak right in without anyone noticing! This vulnerability allows attackers to bypass unspecified security measures in Adobe Flash Player and related products, potentially exposing systems to unauthorized access and manipulation without triggering alarms.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could potentially access areas they shouldn’t, leading to unwanted exposure or manipulation of data — a serious breach in your digital concert hall. While there's no known exploitation yet, the risks are still present and shouldn't be taken lightly! Update Adobe Flash Player to versions 11.7.700.260 or later, and ensure Adobe AIR and its SDKs are also upgraded to at least version 4.0.0.1390. Regularly check for updates to maintain security! You've got this! Stay vigilant and patch those vulnerabilities, and you'll keep your digital space secure. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.07117 · 94.2th percentile
Published
2014-01-15T02:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 JAN 02:00Z
    Adobe Flash Player before 11.7.700.260 and 11.8.x and 11.9.x before 12.0.0.38 on Windows and Mac OS X and before 11.2.202.335 on Linux, Adobe AIR before…
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