CVE-2016-0965: Critical severity macromedia flash player vulnerability
Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.329 and 19.x and 20.x before 20.0.0.306 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.569 on Linux, Adobe AIR before 20.0.0.260, Adobe AIR SDK before 20.0.0.260, and Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler before 20.0.0.260 allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-0964, CVE-2016-0966, CVE-2016-0967, CVE-2016-0968, CVE-2016-0969, CVE-2016-0970, CVE-2016-0972, CVE-2016-0976, CVE-2016-0977, CVE-2016-0978, CVE-2016-0979, CVE-2016-0980, and CVE-2016-0981.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0965?
CVE-2016-0965 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0965?
To fix CVE-2016-0965, upgrade Adobe Flash Player to the latest version available for your operating system.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-0965?
CVE-2016-0965 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 18.0.0.329 and specific Adobe AIR versions prior to 20.0.0.260 across multiple operating systems.
Can CVE-2016-0965 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-0965 can be exploited remotely, allowing an attacker to gain control of an affected system.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-0965 if I cannot immediately update?
There is no official workaround for CVE-2016-0965, so the best protection is to update to a safe version as soon as possible.