CVE-2015-0353

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
93.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A memory corruption flaw in Adobe Flash could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code — think of it as a sneaky magician pulling something dangerous out of a hat! 🎩✨ This vulnerability is like a poorly guarded kitchen where chefs can whip up whatever dish they want without anyone checking the recipe — potentially serving up chaos instead of a meal. 🍽️ If exploited, an attacker could gain complete control over your system, leading to devastating consequences like data breaches or even causing application crashes. With the right (or wrong) concoction, users could be left with a rogue program running rampant on their devices!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like a poorly guarded kitchen where chefs can whip up whatever dish they want without anyone checking the recipe — potentially serving up chaos instead of a meal. 🍽️ This vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player allows for memory corruption, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary code through unspecified vectors, giving them the keys to the castle without raising alarms.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain complete control over your system, leading to devastating consequences like data breaches or even causing application crashes. With the right (or wrong) concoction, users could be left with a rogue program running rampant on their devices! To protect yourself, update Adobe Flash Player to version 17.0.0.169 or later on Windows and OS X, or 11.2.202.457 on Linux. It's crucial to regularly check for updates to avoid falling victim to these kinds of threats! 🛡️ You've got this! Stay vigilant, follow these steps, and keep your digital fortress secure! 🔒💪

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05989 · 93.2th 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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