CVE-2016-1029
First published: Sat Apr 09 2016(Updated: )
Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.343 and 19.x through 21.x before 21.0.0.213 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.616 on Linux allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-1012, CVE-2016-1020, CVE-2016-1021, CVE-2016-1022, CVE-2016-1023, CVE-2016-1024, CVE-2016-1025, CVE-2016-1026, CVE-2016-1027, CVE-2016-1028, CVE-2016-1032, and CVE-2016-1033.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=11.2.202.577 | |
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Adobe Flash Player | <=21.0.0.197 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=18.0.0.333 | |
| Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=21.0.0.197 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=21.0.0.197 | |
| Chrome OS | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=21.0.0.197 | |
| Adobe AIR | <=21.0.0.176 | |
| Adobe AIR | <=21.0.0.176 | |
| iPhone OS | ||
| Android | ||
| Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler | <=21.0.0.176 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-05/msg00044.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-05/msg00045.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-0610.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85932
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035509
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb16-10.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1029?
CVE-2016-1029 is rated as critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1029?
To remediate CVE-2016-1029, update Adobe Flash Player to version 18.0.0.343 or later, or version 21.0.0.213 or later.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2016-1029?
CVE-2016-1029 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.343 and 19.x through 21.x prior to 21.0.0.213 on Windows, OS X, and Linux.
What vulnerabilities are similar to CVE-2016-1029?
CVE-2016-1029 has similarities with other vulnerabilities such as CVE-2016-1012, but they are distinctly different issues.
Can CVE-2016-1029 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-1029 can potentially be exploited remotely by attackers through unspecified vectors.
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