CVE-2015-7640

Use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.252 and 19.x before 19.0.0.207 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.535 on Linux, Adobe AIR…

published October 18, 2015

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky use-after-free vulnerability is lurking in Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.252 and 19.x before 19.0.0.207! Imagine a restaurant that accidentally keeps serving a dish that has been taken off the menu. Just like a rogue chef serving up something dangerous, this flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code as if it were a regular order! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run malicious code on your system, potentially leading to data theft or even full control over your device. While it hasn't been widely exploited, the mere possibility is alarming enough to warrant attention!

Put simply

Imagine a restaurant that accidentally keeps serving a dish that has been taken off the menu. Just like a rogue chef serving up something dangerous, this flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code as if it were a regular order! This use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player allows attackers to manipulate memory in a way that could execute arbitrary code, resulting in serious security risks.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run malicious code on your system, potentially leading to data theft or even full control over your device. While it hasn't been widely exploited, the mere possibility is alarming enough to warrant attention! Ensure you're running the latest version of Adobe Flash Player, Adobe AIR, and their SDKs to protect yourself from this vulnerability. If you're using older versions, an immediate update is crucial! You've got this! Stay proactive with updates, and you’ll keep your digital world safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06010 · 93.3th percentile
Published
2015-10-18T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 OCT 10:00Z
    Use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.252 and 19.x before 19.0.0.207 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.535 on Linux, Adobe AIR…
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