CVE-2015-5549: Buffer Overflow
Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.232 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.508 on Linux, Adobe AIR before 18.0.0.199, Adobe AIR SDK before 18.0.0.199, and Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler before 18.0.0.199 allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-5544, CVE-2015-5545, CVE-2015-5546, CVE-2015-5547, CVE-2015-5548, CVE-2015-5552, and CVE-2015-5553.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5549?
CVE-2015-5549 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5549?
To fix CVE-2015-5549, update Adobe Flash Player to version 18.0.0.232 or later for Windows and OS X, and to version 11.2.202.508 or later for Linux.
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-5549?
CVE-2015-5549 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 18.0.0.232 on Windows and OS X, and Adobe AIR versions before 18.0.0.199.
Can CVE-2015-5549 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2015-5549 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to data breaches.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-5549?
While the best solution is to update affected software, disabling Adobe Flash Player can serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2015-5549.