CVE-2017-3099
First published: Tue Jul 11 2017(Updated: )
Adobe Flash Player versions 26.0.0.131 and earlier have an exploitable memory corruption vulnerability in the Action Script 3 raster data model. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/flash-plugin | <26.0.0.137 | 26.0.0.137 |
| Adobe Flash Player | <=26.0.0.131 | |
| macOS Yosemite | ||
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Adobe Flash Player for Internet Explorer 11 | <=26.0.0.120 | |
| Adobe Flash Player for Internet Explorer 11 | <=26.0.0.120 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Adobe Flash Player for Internet Explorer 11 | <=26.0.0.131 | |
| Google Chrome OS |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99520
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038845
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1731
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb17-21.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201707-15
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2017-3099
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1469762
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3099?
CVE-2017-3099 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3099?
To mitigate CVE-2017-3099, update Adobe Flash Player to version 26.0.0.137 or later.
Which versions of Adobe Flash Player are affected by CVE-2017-3099?
Adobe Flash Player versions 26.0.0.131 and earlier are affected by CVE-2017-3099.
What can happen if CVE-2017-3099 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-3099 can lead to memory corruption and arbitrary code execution.
Are there any platforms immune to CVE-2017-3099?
Yes, recent versions of Adobe Flash Player and other operating systems like Google Chrome OS are not vulnerable to CVE-2017-3099.
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