CVE-2017-11281: Buffer Overflow
Adobe Flash Player has an exploitable memory corruption vulnerability in the text handling function. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution. This affects 26.0.0.151 and earlier.
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Adobe Security Bulletin APSB17-28 for Adobe Flash Player describes multiple flaws that can possibly lead to code execution when Flash Player is used to play a specially crafted SWF file.
Quoting from the APSB17-28:
Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Critical CVE-2017-11281 Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Critical CVE-2017-11282
External References:
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb17-28.html
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11281?
CVE-2017-11281 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11281?
To fix CVE-2017-11281, upgrade Adobe Flash Player to version 27.0.0.130 or later.
Which versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2017-11281?
CVE-2017-11281 affects Adobe Flash Player versions 26.0.0.151 and earlier.
What could happen if CVE-2017-11281 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-11281 could lead to arbitrary code execution on the user's system.
Is CVE-2017-11281 specific to any operating systems or environments?
CVE-2017-11281 impacts Adobe Flash Player on multiple platforms, including Windows and certain browser environments.