CVE-2016-1002: 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-2016-0986, CVE-2016-0989, CVE-2016-0992, and CVE-2016-1005.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1002?
CVE-2016-1002 is rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1002?
To fix CVE-2016-1002, update Adobe Flash Player or Adobe AIR to the latest version recommended by Adobe.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-1002?
CVE-2016-1002 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 18.0.0.333, and Adobe AIR prior to 21.0.0.176.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-1002?
CVE-2016-1002 is a remote code execution vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Can CVE-2016-1002 affect Linux systems?
Yes, CVE-2016-1002 can affect Linux systems running vulnerable versions of Adobe Flash Player or Adobe AIR.