CVE-2015-0355: Critical severity macromedia flash player vulnerability
Adobe Flash Player before 13.0.0.281 and 14.x through 17.x before 17.0.0.169 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.457 on Linux allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-0347, CVE-2015-0350, CVE-2015-0352, CVE-2015-0353, CVE-2015-0354, CVE-2015-0360, CVE-2015-3038, CVE-2015-3041, CVE-2015-3042, and CVE-2015-3043.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-0355?
CVE-2015-0355 is classified as critical due to the potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2015-0355?
CVE-2015-0355 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 13.0.0.281, 14.x through 17.x before 17.0.0.169 on Windows and OS X, and before 11.2.202.457 on Linux.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0355?
To mitigate CVE-2015-0355, update Adobe Flash Player to version 17.0.0.169 or later.
Can CVE-2015-0355 cause memory corruption?
Yes, CVE-2015-0355 can lead to memory corruption, resulting in potential system crashes.
Is it safe to use older versions of Adobe Flash Player after CVE-2015-0355?
Using older versions of Adobe Flash Player post-CVE-2015-0355 is unsafe as they remain vulnerable to exploitation.