CVE-2016-7875: Integer Overflow
First published: Thu Dec 15 2016(Updated: )
Adobe Flash Player versions 23.0.0.207 and earlier, 11.2.202.644 and earlier have an exploitable integer overflow vulnerability in the BitmapData class. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Flash Player | <=23.0.0.207 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=23.0.0.207 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=23.0.0.207 | |
| Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=23.0.0.207 | |
| Chrome OS | ||
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=11.2.202.644 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-12/msg00064.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-12/msg00112.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2947.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94866
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037442
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-621
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-154
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb16-39.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-17
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7875?
CVE-2016-7875 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7875?
To fix CVE-2016-7875, update Adobe Flash Player to version 23.0.0.208 or later.
What versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2016-7875?
CVE-2016-7875 affects Adobe Flash Player versions 23.0.0.207 and earlier, as well as 11.2.202.644 and earlier.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7875?
CVE-2016-7875 is an exploitable integer overflow vulnerability found in the BitmapData class of Adobe Flash Player.
What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2016-7875?
Exploitation of CVE-2016-7875 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
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