CVE-2015-8456
First published: Thu Dec 10 2015(Updated: )
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 by leveraging an unspecified "type confusion," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-8439.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=18.0.0.261 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =19.0.0.185 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =19.0.0.207 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =19.0.0.226 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | =19.0.0.245 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=11.2.202.548 | |
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Adobe | <=19.0.0.241 | |
| Adobe AIR | <=19.0.0.241 | |
| Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler | <=19.0.0.241 | |
| iPhone OS | ||
| Android |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/78802
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034318
- https://h20566.www2.hpe.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/kb/docDisplay?docId=emr_na-c05356388
- https://h20566.www2.hpe.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/kb/docDisplay?docId=emr_na-c05385680
- https://h20566.www2.hpe.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/kb/docDisplay?docId=emr_na-c05390722
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb15-32.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8456?
CVE-2015-8456 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8456?
To remediate CVE-2015-8456, update Adobe Flash Player to version 18.0.0.268 or later, or to any version in the 19.x or 20.x series after 20.0.0.228.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-8456?
CVE-2015-8456 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 18.0.0.268 and specific versions of Adobe AIR.
Can CVE-2015-8456 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-8456 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Is CVE-2015-8456 present in older versions of Adobe Flash Player?
Yes, CVE-2015-8456 is present in Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.268 and specific 19.x and 20.x versions.
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