CVE-2016-0959: Use After Free
Use after free vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player Desktop Runtime before 20.0.0.267, Adobe Flash Player Extended Support Release before 18.0.0.324, Adobe Flash Player for Google Chrome before 20.0.0.267, Adobe Flash Player for Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer 11 before 20.0.0.267, Adobe Flash Player for Internet Explorer 10 and 11 before 20.0.0.267, Adobe Flash Player for Linux before 11.2.202.559, AIR Desktop Runtime before 20.0.0.233, AIR SDK before 20.0.0.233, AIR SDK & Compiler before 20.0.0.233, AIR for Android before 20.0.0.233.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0959?
CVE-2016-0959 is rated as critical due to its potential for exploitation that can lead to remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0959?
To fix CVE-2016-0959, ensure that you update Adobe Flash Player to version 20.0.0.267 or later.
Which versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2016-0959?
CVE-2016-0959 affects Adobe Flash Player Desktop Runtime before version 20.0.0.267 and also prior versions of the Extended Support Release.
Can CVE-2016-0959 be exploited in web browsers?
Yes, CVE-2016-0959 can be exploited in web browsers that utilize Adobe Flash Player, including Internet Explorer and Google Chrome.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-0959?
The potential impacts of CVE-2016-0959 include remote code execution, which allows attackers to take control of affected systems.