What is the severity of CVE-2017-3083?

CVE-2017-3083 is rated as critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2017-3083?

To fix CVE-2017-3083, update Adobe Flash Player to version 25.0.0.172 or later.

What versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2017-3083?

Adobe Flash Player versions 25.0.0.171 and earlier are affected by CVE-2017-3083.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-3083?

CVE-2017-3083 is a use after free vulnerability that can be exploited through the Primetime SDK.

What are the possible consequences of exploiting CVE-2017-3083?

Successful exploitation of CVE-2017-3083 could lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected system.

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CVE-2017-3083

critical

CWE

416

20/6/2017

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-3083: Use After Free

First published: Tue Jun 20 2017(Updated: )

Adobe Flash Player versions 25.0.0.171 and earlier have an exploitable use after free vulnerability in the Primetime SDK functionality related to the profile metadata of the media stream. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Adobe Flash Player for Internet Explorer 11	<=25.0.0.171

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-3083?
CVE-2017-3083 is rated as critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3083?
To fix CVE-2017-3083, update Adobe Flash Player to version 25.0.0.172 or later.
What versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2017-3083?
Adobe Flash Player versions 25.0.0.171 and earlier are affected by CVE-2017-3083.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-3083?
CVE-2017-3083 is a use after free vulnerability that can be exploited through the Primetime SDK.
What are the possible consequences of exploiting CVE-2017-3083?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2017-3083 could lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-3083?
CVE-2017-3083 is rated as critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3083?
To fix CVE-2017-3083, update Adobe Flash Player to version 25.0.0.172 or later.
What versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2017-3083?
Adobe Flash Player versions 25.0.0.171 and earlier are affected by CVE-2017-3083.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-3083?
CVE-2017-3083 is a use after free vulnerability that can be exploited through the Primetime SDK.
What are the possible consequences of exploiting CVE-2017-3083?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2017-3083 could lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected system.