CVE-2016-4163: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jun 16 2016(Updated: )
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-2016-4162.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=21.0.0.241 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=21.0.0.241 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=18.0.0.343 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Adobe AIR SDK & Compiler | <=21.0.0.198 | |
| iPhone OS | ||
| Android | ||
| Adobe AIR | <=21.0.0.198 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=11.2.202.616 | |
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=21.0.0.216 | |
| Chrome OS | ||
| Adobe Flash Player | <=21.0.0.226 | |
| Adobe AIR | <=21.0.0.198 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4163?
CVE-2016-4163 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4163?
To fix CVE-2016-4163, update Adobe Flash Player to version 21.0.0.242 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-4163?
CVE-2016-4163 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 21.0.0.242 on Windows, OS X, and earlier versions on Linux.
What type of attack can CVE-2016-4163 facilitate?
CVE-2016-4163 can facilitate remote code execution or lead to a denial of service through memory corruption.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-4163 if I cannot update?
There is no official workaround for CVE-2016-4163; the recommended action is to update to the latest version of Adobe Flash Player.
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