CVE-2014-8442: High severity macromedia flash player vulnerability
Adobe Flash Player before 13.0.0.252 and 14.x and 15.x before 15.0.0.223 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.418 on Linux, Adobe AIR before 15.0.0.356, Adobe AIR SDK before 15.0.0.356, and Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler before 15.0.0.356 allow attackers to complete a transition from Low Integrity to Medium Integrity by leveraging incorrect permissions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8442?
CVE-2014-8442 has a critical vulnerability severity rating, posing significant risks to affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8442?
To fix CVE-2014-8442, users should update Adobe Flash Player to version 13.0.0.252 or later, or 15.0.0.223 or later for affected versions.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2014-8442?
CVE-2014-8442 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 13.0.0.252 and 14.x, 15.x versions before 15.0.0.223, among others.
Is Adobe AIR affected by CVE-2014-8442?
Yes, Adobe AIR versions prior to 15.0.0.356 are affected by CVE-2014-8442.
What platforms are vulnerable to CVE-2014-8442?
CVE-2014-8442 vulnerabilities exist on Windows, OS X, and Linux systems running affected versions of Adobe Flash Player and AIR.