CVE-2014-9164: Code Injection

Published Dec 10, 2014
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Updated

Adobe Flash Player before 13.0.0.259 and 14.x through 16.x before 16.0.0.235 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.425 on Linux allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-0587.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Adobe Flash Player>=13.0<13.0.0.259
Adobe Flash Player>=14.0<=14.0.0.179
Adobe Flash Player>=16.0<16.0.0.235
Apple iOS and macOS
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Flash Player>=11.0<11.2.202.425
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Dec 10, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-9164?

CVE-2014-9164 is considered a critical vulnerability because it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-9164?

To fix CVE-2014-9164, update Adobe Flash Player to version 13.0.0.259 or later for Windows and OS X, or to version 11.2.202.425 or later for Linux.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2014-9164?

CVE-2014-9164 affects Adobe Flash Player versions earlier than 13.0.0.259, 14.x through 16.x before 16.0.0.235 on Windows and OS X, and versions before 11.2.202.425 on Linux.

4

Is CVE-2014-9164 related to any other vulnerabilities?

CVE-2014-9164 is a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-0587, despite both impacting Adobe Flash Player.

5

What should I do if I can't update Adobe Flash Player for CVE-2014-9164?

If you cannot update Adobe Flash Player, consider disabling it or using alternative software to reduce your exposure to CVE-2014-9164.

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