CVE-2015-5121: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 14, 2015
·Updated
Adobe Shockwave Player before 12.1.9.159 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-5120.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Adobe Shockwave Player<=12.1.8.158
Remediation
Event History
Jul 14, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5121?
CVE-2015-5121 has a high severity rating due to the potential for arbitrary code execution and denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-5121?
To address CVE-2015-5121, users should update Adobe Shockwave Player to version 12.1.9.159 or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2015-5121?
CVE-2015-5121 affects Adobe Shockwave Player versions prior to 12.1.9.159.
4
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2015-5121?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2015-5121 to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through memory corruption.
5
Is CVE-2015-5121 related to any other vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2015-5121 is a different vulnerability from CVE-2015-5120, although they both impact Adobe Shockwave Player.