CVE-2015-6682: Use After Free
Use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.241 and 19.x before 19.0.0.185 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.521 on Linux, Adobe AIR before 19.0.0.190, Adobe AIR SDK before 19.0.0.190, and Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler before 19.0.0.190 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-5570, CVE-2015-5574, CVE-2015-5581, and CVE-2015-5584.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6682?
CVE-2015-6682 has been rated as critical due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6682?
To fix CVE-2015-6682, update Adobe Flash Player to the latest version, at least 18.0.0.241 or newer.
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-6682?
CVE-2015-6682 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 18.0.0.241 on Windows, OS X, and Linux, as well as Adobe AIR before 19.0.0.190.
Can CVE-2015-6682 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-6682 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specially crafted content.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6682 while waiting for a fix?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2015-6682 is to disable or uninstall Adobe Flash Player until the update is applied.