CVE-2016-6929: Use After Free
Use-after-free vulnerability in 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 via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-4272, CVE-2016-4279, CVE-2016-6921, CVE-2016-6923, CVE-2016-6925, CVE-2016-6926, CVE-2016-6927, CVE-2016-6930, CVE-2016-6931, and CVE-2016-6932.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6929?
CVE-2016-6929 is classified as critical due to its potential to allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6929?
To fix CVE-2016-6929, upgrade Adobe Flash Player to version 18.0.0.375 or later for Windows and OS X, or 11.2.202.635 or later for Linux.
Which Adobe Flash Player versions are affected by CVE-2016-6929?
CVE-2016-6929 affects Adobe Flash Player versions before 18.0.0.375 and 19.x through 23.x before 23.0.0.162.
Is CVE-2016-6929 exploitable on all operating systems?
CVE-2016-6929 is exploitable on Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms, specifically for vulnerable versions of Adobe Flash Player.
What are the impacts of CVE-2016-6929?
The impact of CVE-2016-6929 includes the potential for arbitrary code execution, which may lead to system compromise.