CVE-2012-2031: Buffer Overflow
Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.6.5.635 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2012-2029, CVE-2012-2030, CVE-2012-2032, and CVE-2012-2033.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-2031?
CVE-2012-2031 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2031?
To fix CVE-2012-2031, upgrade your Adobe Shockwave Player to version 11.6.5.635 or later.
Which versions of Adobe Shockwave Player are affected by CVE-2012-2031?
CVE-2012-2031 affects all versions of Adobe Shockwave Player prior to 11.6.5.635.
What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2012-2031?
CVE-2012-2031 can be exploited to execute arbitrary code or to cause memory corruption leading to denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2012-2031?
Disabling or uninstalling Adobe Shockwave Player can serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2012-2031 until a fix is applied.