CVE-2015-0317
First published: Fri Feb 06 2015(Updated: )
Adobe Flash Player before 13.0.0.269 and 14.x through 16.x before 16.0.0.305 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.442 on Linux allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging an unspecified "type confusion," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-0319.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=11.2.202.440 | |
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=13.0.0.264 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =14.0.0.125 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =14.0.0.145 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =14.0.0.176 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =14.0.0.179 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =15.0.0.152 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =15.0.0.167 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =15.0.0.189 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =15.0.0.223 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =15.0.0.239 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =15.0.0.246 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =16.0.0.235 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =16.0.0.257 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =16.0.0.287 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =16.0.0.296 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-02/msg00006.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-02/msg00007.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-02/msg00008.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-02/msg00009.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0140.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62777
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62886
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62895
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201502-02.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72514
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031706
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/100706
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb15-04.html
- https://technet.microsoft.com/library/security/2755801
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-0317?
CVE-2015-0317 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0317?
To mitigate CVE-2015-0317, upgrade Adobe Flash Player to version 16.0.0.305 or later.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2015-0317?
CVE-2015-0317 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 13.0.0.269 on Windows, OS X, and 11.2.202.442 on Linux.
Is CVE-2015-0317 exploit code available?
Yes, CVE-2015-0317 has been exploited in the wild, making it critical to apply the necessary updates.
What impacts can CVE-2015-0317 have on my system?
If exploited, CVE-2015-0317 can lead to unauthorized access and control of the affected system.
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- version/macromedia flash player/15.0.0.246
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- version/macromedia flash player/16.0.0.257
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- version/macromedia flash player/16.0.0.296
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