CVE-2016-7868: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 15, 2016
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Updated

Adobe Flash Player versions 23.0.0.207 and earlier, 11.2.202.644 and earlier have an exploitable buffer overflow / underflow vulnerability in the RegExp class related to alternation functionality. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

11 affected components
Adobe Flash Player Desktop Runtime<=23.0.0.207
Apple iOS and macOS
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Flash Player Edge<=23.0.0.207
Adobe Flash Player Internet Explorer<=23.0.0.207
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Adobe Flash Player Chrome<=23.0.0.207
Google Chrome OS
Linux Linux kernel
Adobe Flash Player<=11.2.202.644

Event History

Dec 15, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:31 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:31 AM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-7868?

CVE-2016-7868 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-7868?

To fix CVE-2016-7868, upgrade Adobe Flash Player to version 23.0.0.208 or later.

3

Which versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2016-7868?

CVE-2016-7868 affects Adobe Flash Player versions 23.0.0.207 and earlier, as well as 11.2.202.644 and earlier.

4

What could happen if CVE-2016-7868 is exploited?

Successful exploitation of CVE-2016-7868 could lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected system.

5

Is any operating system immune to CVE-2016-7868?

Operating systems utilizing updated versions of Adobe Flash Player are not affected by CVE-2016-7868.

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