CVE-2016-4274: Critical severity macromedia flash player vulnerability
Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.375 and 19.x through 23.x before 23.0.0.162 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.635 on Linux allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-4275, CVE-2016-4276, CVE-2016-4280, CVE-2016-4281, CVE-2016-4282, CVE-2016-4283, CVE-2016-4284, CVE-2016-4285, CVE-2016-6922, and CVE-2016-6924.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4274?
CVE-2016-4274 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution and cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4274?
To fix CVE-2016-4274, update Adobe Flash Player to version 23.0.0.162 or later for affected platforms.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2016-4274?
CVE-2016-4274 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 18.0.0.375 and 19.x through 23.x before 23.0.0.162 on Windows and macOS, as well as specific versions on Linux.
Can CVE-2016-4274 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-4274 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems.
What versions of Adobe Flash Player need to be updated for CVE-2016-4274?
Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.375 and 19.x through 22.0.0.211 are vulnerable and need to be updated.