CVE-2015-8444

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 before 20.0.0.204…

published December 10, 2015

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

⚠️ A hidden bug in Adobe Flash Player could allow attackers to run arbitrary code with just a few crafty moves! This vulnerability is like a restaurant that doesn’t check the credentials of its delivery drivers — they can drop off anything, including unwanted surprises straight into the kitchen. The delivery could lead to chaos if the staff don’t know what’s being brought in! If exploited, this could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or crash the system altogether — think of it as a rogue chef causing a kitchen meltdown! Users could end up with a complete denial of service, potentially losing access to critical applications.

Put simply

This vulnerability is like a restaurant that doesn’t check the credentials of its delivery drivers — they can drop off anything, including unwanted surprises straight into the kitchen. The delivery could lead to chaos if the staff don’t know what’s being brought in! This memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player, Adobe AIR, and their SDKs can be triggered through unspecified vectors, allowing attackers to manipulate program execution in harmful ways.

What to do

If exploited, this could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or crash the system altogether — think of it as a rogue chef causing a kitchen meltdown! Users could end up with a complete denial of service, potentially losing access to critical applications. To mitigate this vulnerability, update Adobe Flash Player to versions 18.0.0.268 or higher, and ensure all components, including Adobe AIR and the SDKs, are patched to at least version 20.0.0.204. Regularly check for updates to stay ahead of potential threats! You've got this! Keep your software updated, and you'll keep those pesky vulnerabilities at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05975 · 93.3th percentile
Published
2015-12-10T02:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 DEC 02:00Z
    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 before 20.0.0.204…
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