CVE-2016-4276: 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-2016-4274, CVE-2016-4275, 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-2016-4276?
CVE-2016-4276 is classified as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4276?
To mitigate CVE-2016-4276, update Adobe Flash Player to version 23.0.0.162 or later.
What versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2016-4276?
CVE-2016-4276 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.375 and 19.x through 23.x prior to 23.0.0.162.
Can CVE-2016-4276 cause a denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2016-4276 can lead to denial of service through memory corruption.
Is CVE-2016-4276 specific to any operating systems?
CVE-2016-4276 affects Adobe Flash Player on Windows, OS X, and Linux operating systems.