CVE-2019-7096

Adobe Flash Player versions 32.0.0.156 and earlier, 32.0.0.156 and earlier, and 32.0.0.156 and earlier have an use after free vulnerability

published May 23, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unexpected glitch can lead to big trouble! This use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player could allow attackers to run their own code on your system. 🔥 Think of it as a busy restaurant where a waiter mistakenly serves the wrong dish to a patron — the system gets confused about who ordered what, and chaos ensues when someone else digs in. 🍽️ If exploited, this vulnerability could let an attacker execute arbitrary code on your machine, potentially giving them full control over your system. It's like handing over your keys to a stranger while you're out!

Put simply

Think of it as a busy restaurant where a waiter mistakenly serves the wrong dish to a patron — the system gets confused about who ordered what, and chaos ensues when someone else digs in. 🍽️ This use-after-free flaw occurs when the Flash Player attempts to access memory after it has been freed, allowing attackers to manipulate the program's execution flow.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could let an attacker execute arbitrary code on your machine, potentially giving them full control over your system. It's like handing over your keys to a stranger while you're out! To mitigate this risk, upgrade Adobe Flash Player to the latest version available, ensuring you're on version 32.0.0.157 or later. Regularly check for updates to avoid similar vulnerabilities in the future! 🛡️ You've got this! Stay updated, and you’ll keep your systems secure. 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06179 · 93.5th percentile
Published
2019-05-23T16:55Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 MAY 16:55Z
    Adobe Flash Player versions 32.0.0.156 and earlier, 32.0.0.156 and earlier, and 32.0.0.156 and earlier have an use after free vulnerability
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