CVE-2015-0347

Adobe Flash Player before 13.0.0.281 and 14.x through 17.x before 17.0.0.169 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.457 on Linux allows attackers to execute…

published April 14, 2015

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A mere memory corruption flaw lurking in Adobe Flash Player could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code! Talk about a nasty surprise! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel that has a faulty fire alarm system; if it malfunctions, it might not alert guests to an actual fire, allowing danger to spread unchecked. This vulnerability lets attackers slip through unnoticed, much like a guest sneaking into a restricted area! If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to a total system compromise or even denial of service, leaving your applications vulnerable to attackers who want to seize control or crash services. The consequences could be absolutely devastating — imagine losing access to critical data or having your systems hijacked!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel that has a faulty fire alarm system; if it malfunctions, it might not alert guests to an actual fire, allowing danger to spread unchecked. This vulnerability lets attackers slip through unnoticed, much like a guest sneaking into a restricted area! This vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service by exploiting unspecified vectors, potentially impacting versions prior to 13.0.0.281 on Windows and OS X, and 11.2.202.457 on Linux.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to a total system compromise or even denial of service, leaving your applications vulnerable to attackers who want to seize control or crash services. The consequences could be absolutely devastating — imagine losing access to critical data or having your systems hijacked! It's crucial to patch Adobe Flash Player immediately! Make sure you upgrade to the latest version (17.0.0.169 for 14.x through 17.x) and ensure your systems are updated regularly to avoid such vulnerabilities in the future. You've got this! With these updates, you'll be one step closer to protecting your systems. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06219 · 93.5th percentile
Published
2015-04-14T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 APR 22:00Z
    Adobe Flash Player before 13.0.0.281 and 14.x through 17.x before 17.0.0.169 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.457 on Linux allows attackers to execute…
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