CVE-2016-0986: Buffer Overflow
Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.333 and 19.x through 21.x before 21.0.0.182 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.577 on Linux, Adobe AIR before 21.0.0.176, Adobe AIR SDK before 21.0.0.176, and Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler before 21.0.0.176 allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-0960, CVE-2016-0961, CVE-2016-0962, CVE-2016-0989, CVE-2016-0992, CVE-2016-1002, and CVE-2016-1005.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0986?
CVE-2016-0986 is considered to be a critical vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0986?
To fix CVE-2016-0986, update Adobe Flash Player and Adobe AIR to the latest version.
Which versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2016-0986?
CVE-2016-0986 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 18.0.0.333 and 19.x through 21.x before 21.0.0.182.
What operating systems are impacted by CVE-2016-0986?
CVE-2016-0986 impacts Adobe Flash Player on Windows, OS X, and Linux systems.
Does CVE-2016-0986 affect Adobe AIR SDK?
Yes, CVE-2016-0986 affects Adobe AIR SDK versions before 21.0.0.176.