CVE-2010-0379: Use After Free
First published: Thu Jan 21 2010(Updated: )
Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the Macromedia Flash ActiveX control in Adobe Flash Player 6, as distributed in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors that are not related to the use-after-free "Movie Unloading Vulnerability" (CVE-2010-0378). NOTE: due to lack of details, it is not clear whether this overlaps any other CVE item.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Macromedia Flash Player | =6.0.21.0 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =6.0.79 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | =6.0.21.0 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =6.0.79 | |
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-0379?
CVE-2010-0379 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0379?
To fix CVE-2010-0379, update the Adobe Flash Player to the latest version or apply patches provided by Adobe.
What software is affected by CVE-2010-0379?
CVE-2010-0379 affects Adobe Flash Player versions 6.0.21.0 and 6.0.79 on Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3.
What are the potential attacks leveraging CVE-2010-0379?
Potential attacks leveraging CVE-2010-0379 could involve remote execution of arbitrary code through malicious Flash content.
Is CVE-2010-0379 still relevant today?
While CVE-2010-0379 is an older vulnerability, systems still running affected software may still be at risk if not updated.
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