CVE-2016-4162: Buffer Overflow
Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.352 and 19.x through 21.x before 21.0.0.242 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.621 on Linux allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-1096, CVE-2016-1098, CVE-2016-1099, CVE-2016-1100, CVE-2016-1102, CVE-2016-1104, CVE-2016-4109, CVE-2016-4111, CVE-2016-4112, CVE-2016-4113, CVE-2016-4114, CVE-2016-4115, CVE-2016-4120, CVE-2016-4160, CVE-2016-4161, and CVE-2016-4163.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4162?
CVE-2016-4162 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution and cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4162?
To fix CVE-2016-4162, users should update Adobe Flash Player to version 21.0.0.242 or later.
What versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2016-4162?
CVE-2016-4162 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.352 and versions 19.x through 21.x before 21.0.0.242.
Which operating systems are vulnerable to CVE-2016-4162?
CVE-2016-4162 affects Adobe Flash Player running on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Is Adobe AIR also affected by CVE-2016-4162?
Yes, Adobe AIR versions before 21.0.0.198 are also affected by CVE-2016-4162.