CVE-2016-0976: 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-2016-0965, CVE-2016-0966, CVE-2016-0967, CVE-2016-0968, CVE-2016-0969, CVE-2016-0970, CVE-2016-0972, 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-2016-0976?
The severity of CVE-2016-0976 is critical as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial-of-service on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0976?
To fix CVE-2016-0976, update Adobe Flash Player, Adobe AIR, and Adobe AIR SDK to the latest versions released by Adobe.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-0976?
CVE-2016-0976 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.329, 19.x, and 20.x before 20.0.0.306, along with Adobe AIR versions before 20.0.0.260.
What platforms are impacted by CVE-2016-0976?
CVE-2016-0976 affects multiple platforms including Windows, macOS, and Linux environments utilizing Adobe Flash Player and AIR.
Are there known exploits for CVE-2016-0976?
Yes, CVE-2016-0976 has been linked to active exploitation in the wild, making it important to mitigate promptly.