CVE-2015-8656
First published: Fri Mar 04 2016(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 or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and memory corruption) via crafted MPEG-4 data, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-8045, CVE-2015-8047, CVE-2015-8060, CVE-2015-8408, CVE-2015-8416, CVE-2015-8417, CVE-2015-8418, CVE-2015-8419, CVE-2015-8443, CVE-2015-8444, CVE-2015-8451, CVE-2015-8455, CVE-2015-8652, CVE-2015-8654, CVE-2015-8657, CVE-2015-8658, and CVE-2015-8820.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=11.2.202.548 | |
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Adobe Flash Player | <=19.0.0.245 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=18.0.0.261 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=19.0.0.245 | |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=19.0.0.245 | |
| Chrome OS | ||
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | <=19.0.0.245 | |
| Adobe AIR | <=19.0.0.241 | |
| Adobe AIR | <=19.0.0.241 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | ||
| Android | ||
| Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler | <=19.0.0.241 | |
| Adobe AIR SDK | <=19.0.0.241 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8656?
CVE-2015-8656 has been classified with a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8656?
To fix CVE-2015-8656, update Adobe Flash Player to version 18.0.0.268 or later, or to the latest available version for your platform.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2015-8656?
CVE-2015-8656 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 18.0.0.268 and earlier versions of Adobe AIR, specifically on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Can CVE-2015-8656 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-8656 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code via maliciously crafted content.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-8656 until I can apply the fix?
Temporary workarounds for CVE-2015-8656 include disabling Flash Player or restricting access to untrusted websites.
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