CVE-2019-7098

Adobe Shockwave Player versions 12.3.4.204 and earlier have a memory corruption vulnerability

published May 23, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A memory corruption vulnerability lurks in Adobe Shockwave Player! Versions 12.3.4.204 and earlier could let an attacker run arbitrary code—how sneaky! 😱 Think of this as a restaurant kitchen where a careless cook spills ingredients everywhere. If no one checks the recipe, a rogue chef could sneak in and whip up something dangerous without anyone noticing! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute any code they wish on a victim's system. Imagine the chaos as they gain control, steal sensitive data, or spread malware—all thanks to a simple flaw in a media player. That's a recipe for disaster!

Put simply

Think of this as a restaurant kitchen where a careless cook spills ingredients everywhere. If no one checks the recipe, a rogue chef could sneak in and whip up something dangerous without anyone noticing! This vulnerability stems from improper memory handling in Adobe Shockwave Player, allowing attackers to corrupt memory and execute arbitrary code. Essentially, it’s like a mix-up in the kitchen that causes everything to go haywire!

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute any code they wish on a victim's system. Imagine the chaos as they gain control, steal sensitive data, or spread malware—all thanks to a simple flaw in a media player. That's a recipe for disaster! To mitigate this risk, update Adobe Shockwave Player to the latest version immediately. If you’re still using version 12.3.4.204 or earlier, it’s time for an upgrade! Don't forget to monitor your systems for any suspicious activity. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay proactive, patch up, and keep your digital world secure! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05185 · 92.4th percentile
Published
2019-05-23T16:47Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 MAY 16:47Z
    Adobe Shockwave Player versions 12.3.4.204 and earlier have a memory corruption vulnerability
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