CVE-2015-5553

Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.232 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.508 on Linux, Adobe AIR before 18.0.0.199, Adobe AIR SDK before 18.0.0.199, and…

published August 14, 2015

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player could let attackers run arbitrary code with just the right conditions! Think of it like a restaurant where the chef accidentally leaves an open window — if a clever intruder knows exactly when to slip in, they could cause considerable chaos in the kitchen! An attacker could exploit this flaw to execute malicious code or even cause a denial of service, potentially crashing the application. This could lead to unauthorized actions or disruptions for users, making it especially concerning for anyone still relying on Flash for their daily tasks.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef accidentally leaves an open window — if a clever intruder knows exactly when to slip in, they could cause considerable chaos in the kitchen! This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or induce a denial of service through unspecified vectors, creating instability within Adobe Flash Player and related components.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this flaw to execute malicious code or even cause a denial of service, potentially crashing the application. This could lead to unauthorized actions or disruptions for users, making it especially concerning for anyone still relying on Flash for their daily tasks. Update your Adobe Flash Player to version 18.0.0.232 or later on Windows and OS X, or 11.2.202.508 on Linux. Also, ensure Adobe AIR and its SDKs are updated to at least version 18.0.0.199. Regularly check for updates to keep your systems secure! You've got this! By taking these proactive steps, you’ll keep your systems safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06331 · 93.6th percentile
Published
2015-08-14T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 AUG 01:00Z
    Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.232 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.508 on Linux, Adobe AIR before 18.0.0.199, Adobe AIR SDK before 18.0.0.199, and…
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