CVE-2015-8446: Buffer Overflow
Heap-based buffer overflow in 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 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via an MP3 file with COMM tags that are mishandled during memory allocation, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-8438.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8446?
CVE-2015-8446 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8446?
To remediate CVE-2015-8446, users should update Adobe Flash Player to version 18.0.0.268 or later, and for Adobe AIR to version 20.0.0.204 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2015-8446?
CVE-2015-8446 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.268, Adobe AIR versions prior to 20.0.0.204, and various earlier versions of both software.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2015-8446?
CVE-2015-8446 can be exploited through malicious content that leads to a heap-based buffer overflow, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Is there a known workaround for CVE-2015-8446?
There are no reliable workarounds for CVE-2015-8446, so updating to the latest versions is the recommended action.