CWE
416
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-3001: Use After Free

First published: Tue Mar 14 2017(Updated: )

Adobe Flash Player versions 24.0.0.221 and earlier have an exploitable use after free vulnerability related to garbage collection in the ActionScript 2 VM. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Macromedia Flash Player<=24.0.0.221
Apple iOS and macOS
Chrome OS
Linux Kernel
Microsoft Windows Operating System
Macromedia Flash Player<=24.0.0.221
Macromedia Flash Player<=24.0.0.221
Windows 10
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Flash Player<=24.0.0.221

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-3001?

    CVE-2017-3001 is classified as a critical vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-3001?

    To fix CVE-2017-3001, users should upgrade to Adobe Flash Player version 24.0.0.222 or later.

  • What versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2017-3001?

    CVE-2017-3001 affects Adobe Flash Player versions 24.0.0.221 and earlier.

  • Can CVE-2017-3001 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2017-3001 can be exploited remotely by attackers through crafted Flash content.

  • What impact does CVE-2017-3001 have on users?

    Exploitation of CVE-2017-3001 may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a user's system.

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