CVE-2018-15978
First published: Tue Nov 13 2018(Updated: )
Flash Player versions 31.0.0.122 and earlier have an out-of-bounds read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/flash-plugin | <31.0.0.148 | 31.0.0.148 |
| Adobe Flash Player | <=31.0.0.122 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=31.0.0.122 | |
| Chrome OS | ||
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=31.0.0.122 | |
| Macromedia Flash Player | <=31.0.0.122 | |
| Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation | =6.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2018-15978
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb18-39.html
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:3618
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1649537
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105909
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1042098
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-15978?
CVE-2018-15978 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Flash Player versions 31.0.0.122 and earlier.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-15978?
The severity of CVE-2018-15978 is high, with a severity value of 7.5.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-15978?
Flash Player versions 31.0.0.122 and earlier are affected by CVE-2018-15978.
How can CVE-2018-15978 be exploited?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2018-15978 could lead to information disclosure.
How can I fix CVE-2018-15978?
To fix CVE-2018-15978, update to Flash Player version 31.0.0.148 or later.
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