CVE-2012-0761: Buffer Overflow
The Shockwave 3D Asset component in Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.6.4.634 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2012-0757, CVE-2012-0760, CVE-2012-0762, CVE-2012-0763, CVE-2012-0764, and CVE-2012-0766.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-0761?
CVE-2012-0761 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0761?
To fix CVE-2012-0761, upgrade to Adobe Shockwave Player version 11.6.4.634 or later.
What versions of Adobe Shockwave Player are affected by CVE-2012-0761?
CVE-2012-0761 affects all versions of Adobe Shockwave Player prior to 11.6.4.634.
What type of attacks can be performed via CVE-2012-0761?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2012-0761 to execute arbitrary code or cause memory corruption leading to denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2012-0761?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2012-0761; updating Shockwave Player is the only mitigation.