CWE
787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-2927

First published: Wed Jan 11 2017(Updated: )

Adobe Flash Player versions 24.0.0.186 and earlier have an exploitable heap overflow vulnerability when processing Adobe Texture Format files. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Macromedia Flash Player<=24.0.0.186
Apple iOS and macOS
Chrome OS
Linux Kernel
Microsoft Windows Operating System
Macromedia Flash Player<=24.0.0.186
Macromedia Flash Player<=24.0.0.186
Windows 10
Microsoft Windows
Macromedia Flash Player<=24.0.0.186
All of
Macromedia Flash Player<=24.0.0.186
Any of
Apple iOS and macOS
Chrome OS
Linux Kernel
Microsoft Windows Operating System
All of
Any of
Macromedia Flash Player<=24.0.0.186
Macromedia Flash Player<=24.0.0.186
Any of
Windows 10
Microsoft Windows
All of
Macromedia Flash Player<=24.0.0.186
Any of
Apple iOS and macOS
Linux Kernel
Microsoft Windows Operating System

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-2927?

    CVE-2017-2927 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-2927?

    To fix CVE-2017-2927, update Adobe Flash Player to the latest version available.

  • Which versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2017-2927?

    CVE-2017-2927 affects all versions of Adobe Flash Player up to and including 24.0.0.186.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-2927?

    CVE-2017-2927 is a heap overflow vulnerability that can be exploited when processing Adobe Texture Format files.

  • Can CVE-2017-2927 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2017-2927 can occur remotely, leading to arbitrary code execution.

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