CVE-2016-4180
First published: Wed Jul 13 2016(Updated: )
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 (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-4172, CVE-2016-4175, CVE-2016-4179, CVE-2016-4181, CVE-2016-4182, CVE-2016-4183, CVE-2016-4184, CVE-2016-4185, CVE-2016-4186, CVE-2016-4187, CVE-2016-4188, CVE-2016-4189, CVE-2016-4190, CVE-2016-4217, CVE-2016-4218, CVE-2016-4219, CVE-2016-4220, CVE-2016-4221, CVE-2016-4233, CVE-2016-4234, CVE-2016-4235, CVE-2016-4236, CVE-2016-4237, CVE-2016-4238, CVE-2016-4239, CVE-2016-4240, CVE-2016-4241, CVE-2016-4242, CVE-2016-4243, CVE-2016-4244, CVE-2016-4245, and CVE-2016-4246.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Flash Player | <=22.0.0.192 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=18.0.0.360 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=22.0.0.192 | |
| Chrome OS | ||
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=22.0.0.192 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=22.0.0.192 | |
| Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=11.2.202.626 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-07/msg00016.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-07/msg00017.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91725
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036280
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016:1423
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb16-25.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4180?
CVE-2016-4180 has a critical severity rating as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4180?
To fix CVE-2016-4180, update Adobe Flash Player to version 22.0.0.209 or later.
What versions of Flash Player are affected by CVE-2016-4180?
CVE-2016-4180 affects Adobe Flash Player before version 18.0.0.366 and versions 19.x through 22.x before 22.0.0.209 on Windows and OS X, and before 11.2.202.632 on Linux.
Can CVE-2016-4180 cause a denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2016-4180 can lead to a denial of service due to memory corruption issues.
Is CVE-2016-4180 specific to any operating system?
CVE-2016-4180 affects multiple operating systems, including Windows, OS X, and Linux.
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