CVE-2016-6931: Use After Free
First published: Wed Sep 14 2016(Updated: )
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-2016-6929, CVE-2016-6930, and CVE-2016-6932.
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-2016-6931?
CVE-2016-6931 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6931?
To mitigate CVE-2016-6931, users should update Adobe Flash Player to version 18.0.0.375 or later for 18.x, or update to 23.0.0.162 or later for 23.x.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-6931?
CVE-2016-6931 affects Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 18.0.0.375 for Windows and OS X, and prior to 11.2.202.635 for Linux.
Can attackers exploit CVE-2016-6931 remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-6931 can be exploited remotely by attackers, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.
What is a use-after-free vulnerability like CVE-2016-6931?
A use-after-free vulnerability, such as CVE-2016-6931, occurs when a program continues to use a memory location after it has been freed, which can lead to unexpected behavior and security risks.
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