CVE-2016-4231: 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-2016-4229, CVE-2016-4230, 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 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/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/40356/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4231?
CVE-2016-4231 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4231?
To fix CVE-2016-4231, upgrade Adobe Flash Player to version 22.0.0.209 or later.
Which versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2016-4231?
Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.366 and versions 19.x through 22.x before 22.0.0.209 are affected by CVE-2016-4231.
How does CVE-2016-4231 affect system security?
CVE-2016-4231 poses a risk to system security as it could enable attackers to execute malicious code remotely.
Are there any specific operating systems impacted by CVE-2016-4231?
CVE-2016-4231 impacts Adobe Flash Player on Windows, OS X, and Linux, depending on the version.
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