CVE-2016-4229: Use After Free
First published: Wed Jul 13 2016(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in 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 via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-4173, CVE-2016-4174, CVE-2016-4222, CVE-2016-4226, CVE-2016-4227, CVE-2016-4228, CVE-2016-4230, CVE-2016-4231, and CVE-2016-4248.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Flash Player | <=22.0.0.192 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| 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 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| 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://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138531/Adobe-Flash-BitmapData.copyPixels-Use-After-Free.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91719
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036280
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016:1423
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-093
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb16-25.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201607-03
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40310/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4229?
CVE-2016-4229 has been rated as critical due to its potential to allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4229?
To fix CVE-2016-4229, update Adobe Flash Player to version 22.0.0.209 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-4229?
CVE-2016-4229 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 18.0.0.366 and 19.x through 22.x before 22.0.0.209 on Windows and OS X, as well as versions before 11.2.202.632 on Linux.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-4229?
CVE-2016-4229 is a use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to the execution of arbitrary code.
Can CVE-2016-4229 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-4229 can be exploited remotely if a user visits a malicious webpage.
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