CVE-2015-7649

Adobe Shockwave Player before 12.2.1.171 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors

published October 28, 2015

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Adobe Shockwave Player is showing signs of vulnerability! Versions before 12.2.1.171 open the door for attackers to execute arbitrary code with a little creativity. 🚨 Think of it like a movie theater with a sneaky side door left ajar. A person could slip in unnoticed, causing a ruckus without ever showing a ticket. If exploited, attackers could run malicious code, potentially wreaking havoc on your system or even causing a denial of service. This could mean anything from stolen data to crashes, leaving your users frustrated and vulnerable. Yikes!

Put simply

Think of it like a movie theater with a sneaky side door left ajar. A person could slip in unnoticed, causing a ruckus without ever showing a ticket. The vulnerability in Adobe Shockwave Player allows attackers to exploit memory corruption through unspecified vectors, enabling them to execute arbitrary code without authentication.

What to do

If exploited, attackers could run malicious code, potentially wreaking havoc on your system or even causing a denial of service. This could mean anything from stolen data to crashes, leaving your users frustrated and vulnerable. Yikes! To safeguard your systems, ensure that Adobe Shockwave Player is updated to version 12.2.1.171 or later. Additionally, consider disabling the Shockwave Player entirely if it's not in use, as this can further reduce your risk exposure. You've got this! Stay proactive with these steps, and your defenses will be even stronger! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03753 · 89.8th percentile
Published
2015-10-28T18:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 28 OCT 18:00Z
    Adobe Shockwave Player before 12.2.1.171 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors
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