CVE-2016-4232
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 obtain sensitive information from process memory via unspecified vectors.
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://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91724
- 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/40355/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4232?
CVE-2016-4232 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its ability to expose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4232?
To fix CVE-2016-4232, update Adobe Flash Player to version 22.0.0.209 or later.
Which versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2016-4232?
CVE-2016-4232 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.366 and 19.x through 22.x before 22.0.0.209.
What can attackers do with CVE-2016-4232?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2016-4232 to obtain sensitive information from the process memory of affected systems.
Is Adobe Flash Player for Linux vulnerable to CVE-2016-4232?
Yes, Adobe Flash Player for Linux versions prior to 11.2.202.632 are vulnerable to CVE-2016-4232.
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