CVE-2015-7631: Use After Free
First published: Wed Oct 14 2015(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.252 and 19.x before 19.0.0.207 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.535 on Linux, Adobe AIR before 19.0.0.213, Adobe AIR SDK before 19.0.0.213, and Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler before 19.0.0.213 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a TextLine object with a crafted validity property, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-7629, CVE-2015-7643, and CVE-2015-7644.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Flash Player for Internet Explorer 11 | <=19.0.0.185 | |
| macOS Yosemite | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Adobe AIR | <=19.0.0.190 | |
| Google Android | ||
| Adobe Flash Player for Internet Explorer 11 | <=11.2.202.521 | |
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Adobe AIR SDK and Compiler | <=19.0.0.190 | |
| Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler | <=19.0.0.190 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-10/msg00011.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-10/msg00012.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-10/msg00013.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-10/msg00018.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-1893.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-2024.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77061
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033797
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-15-513
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb15-25.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201511-02
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-7631?
CVE-2015-7631 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7631?
To fix CVE-2015-7631, users should update Adobe Flash Player and Adobe AIR to the latest versions that are not affected by this vulnerability.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2015-7631?
CVE-2015-7631 affects Adobe Flash Player and Adobe AIR on Windows, OS X, and Linux systems, specifically versions prior to the specified updates.
Can CVE-2015-7631 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-7631 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute code without physical access to the system.
What types of attacks can occur due to CVE-2015-7631?
Exploitation of CVE-2015-7631 can lead to a wide range of attacks, including data theft, system compromise, and unauthorized access to sensitive information.
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