CVE-2015-5562: Critical severity macromedia flash player vulnerability
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 by leveraging an unspecified "type confusion," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-5554, CVE-2015-5555, and CVE-2015-5558.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5562?
CVE-2015-5562 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for allowing arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5562?
To fix CVE-2015-5562, upgrade Adobe Flash Player to version 18.0.0.232 or later, and Adobe AIR to version 18.0.0.199 or later.
What versions of Adobe products are affected by CVE-2015-5562?
CVE-2015-5562 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-2015-5562 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-5562 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers significant control over the affected systems.
What platforms are impacted by CVE-2015-5562?
CVE-2015-5562 impacts Windows, OS X, and Linux platforms that run vulnerable versions of Adobe Flash Player and Adobe AIR.