CVE-2015-8416: Buffer Overflow
Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.268 and 19.x and 20.x before 20.0.0.228 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.554 on Linux, Adobe AIR before 20.0.0.204, Adobe AIR SDK before 20.0.0.204, and Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler before 20.0.0.204 allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-8045, CVE-2015-8047, CVE-2015-8060, CVE-2015-8408, CVE-2015-8417, CVE-2015-8418, CVE-2015-8419, CVE-2015-8443, CVE-2015-8444, CVE-2015-8451, and CVE-2015-8455.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8416?
The severity of CVE-2015-8416 is critical, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8416?
To fix CVE-2015-8416, upgrade to Adobe Flash Player 18.0.0.268 or later, and Adobe AIR 20.0.0.204 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2015-8416?
CVE-2015-8416 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 18.0.0.268 and various Adobe AIR versions before 20.0.0.204.
Can CVE-2015-8416 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-8416 can be exploited remotely, posing a significant threat to vulnerable applications.
Is my operating system affected by CVE-2015-8416?
CVE-2015-8416 primarily affects Adobe Flash Player and Adobe AIR on Windows and macOS, with Linux versions also impacted.