CVE-2017-3079

Adobe Flash Player versions 25.0.0.171 and earlier have an exploitable memory corruption vulnerability in the internal representation of raster data

published June 20, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
7%
Percentile
94.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A memory corruption flaw in Adobe Flash Player could let attackers execute arbitrary code! 🎭 Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where the chef accidentally mixes up the ingredients—suddenly, a simple cupcake could become a dangerous dish that causes chaos! If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run any code they desire on the affected system, potentially leading to data breaches or system takeovers. This is not just about a cooking mishap; it could spell disaster for your digital environment!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where the chef accidentally mixes up the ingredients—suddenly, a simple cupcake could become a dangerous dish that causes chaos! This vulnerability exists in Adobe Flash Player versions 25.0.0.171 and earlier, where improper handling of raster data can lead to memory corruption, enabling arbitrary code execution through crafted Flash content.

What to do

If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run any code they desire on the affected system, potentially leading to data breaches or system takeovers. This is not just about a cooking mishap; it could spell disaster for your digital environment! To secure your systems, update Adobe Flash Player to the latest version immediately. Additionally, consider disabling Flash if it's not needed, to mitigate exposure. Regularly check for updates and patches to stay ahead of potential threats. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your software updated to maintain your security hero status! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06991 · 94.1th percentile
Published
2017-06-20T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 JUN 17:00Z
    Adobe Flash Player versions 25.0.0.171 and earlier have an exploitable memory corruption vulnerability in the internal representation of raster data
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