CVE-2015-8415

Buffer overflow in Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.268 and 19.x and 20.x before 20.0.0.228 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.554 on Linux, Adobe AIR…

published December 10, 2015

CVSS
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EPSS
9%
Percentile
95.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A simple buffer overflow in Adobe Flash Player can lead to unexpected chaos! Before version 18.0.0.268, a crafty attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code. 🔥 Think of it as a restaurant where the chef doesn't check the recipe before throwing ingredients in the pot—if the wrong ingredient gets in, the entire meal can turn into a disaster! If exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to run any code they desire, potentially leading to data breaches, corrupted systems, or complete takeovers. It's like leaving the front door wide open and inviting trouble in!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where the chef doesn't check the recipe before throwing ingredients in the pot—if the wrong ingredient gets in, the entire meal can turn into a disaster! This buffer overflow in Adobe Flash Player allows attackers to manipulate memory allocation, leading to a situation where they can execute their own code on the affected system—it's a recipe for disaster!

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to run any code they desire, potentially leading to data breaches, corrupted systems, or complete takeovers. It's like leaving the front door wide open and inviting trouble in! To protect yourself, update Adobe Flash Player to version 18.0.0.268 or later. If you're using Adobe AIR, make sure it's updated to version 20.0.0.204 or higher. Don't forget to regularly check for security patches! You've got this! With a little update magic, you can keep your systems safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.09413 · 95.4th percentile
Published
2015-12-10T02:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 DEC 02:00Z
    Buffer overflow in Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.268 and 19.x and 20.x before 20.0.0.228 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.554 on Linux, Adobe AIR…
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