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CVE-2001-0166

First published: Mon Mar 26 2001(Updated: )

Macromedia Shockwave Flash plugin version 8 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via malformed tag length specifiers in a SWF file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Macromedia Shockwave Flash plugin<=8.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2001-0166?

    The severity of CVE-2001-0166 is considered to be high due to its potential to cause denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2001-0166?

    To fix CVE-2001-0166, upgrade to a version of the Macromedia Shockwave Flash plugin later than version 8.0.

  • What versions of Shockwave Flash plugin are affected by CVE-2001-0166?

    CVE-2001-0166 affects Macromedia Shockwave Flash plugin version 8 and earlier.

  • Can CVE-2001-0166 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2001-0166 can be exploited remotely by sending malicious SWF files to users.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2001-0166 facilitate?

    CVE-2001-0166 facilitates a denial of service attack through malformed tag length specifiers.

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