CVE-2016-4176: Critical severity adobe flash player vulnerability
Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.366 and 19.x through 22.x before 22.0.0.209 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.632 on Linux allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (stack memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-4177.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4176?
CVE-2016-4176 is a critical vulnerability that can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service through stack memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4176?
To fix CVE-2016-4176, update your Adobe Flash Player to version 22.0.0.209 or later.
What versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2016-4176?
CVE-2016-4176 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.366 and versions 19.x through 22.x before 22.0.0.209.
Can CVE-2016-4176 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-4176 can be exploited remotely if the vulnerable version of Adobe Flash Player is executed within a web browser.
Is Adobe Flash Player still supported after CVE-2016-4176?
Adobe Flash Player reached its end of life on December 31, 2020, meaning it is no longer supported or updated, including for vulnerabilities like CVE-2016-4176.