CVE-2016-4282
First published: Wed Sep 14 2016(Updated: )
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-2016-4276, CVE-2016-4280, CVE-2016-4281, CVE-2016-4283, CVE-2016-4284, CVE-2016-4285, CVE-2016-6922, and CVE-2016-6924.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=11.2.202.632 | |
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=22.0.0.211 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=22.0.0.211 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Adobe Flash Player | <=22.0.0.211 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=18.0.0.366 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=22.0.0.211 | |
| Chrome OS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4282?
CVE-2016-4282 is rated as critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4282?
To resolve CVE-2016-4282, update Adobe Flash Player to version 23.0.0.162 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-4282?
CVE-2016-4282 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.375, all 19.x, and 20.x versions through 22.0.0.211 on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-4282?
CVE-2016-4282 can be exploited to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through memory corruption.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2016-4282?
Yes, there may be public exploits targeting CVE-2016-4282, making it essential to apply necessary patches.
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