CVE-2018-15981: Incorrect Type Cast
First published: Tue Nov 20 2018(Updated: )
Flash Player versions 31.0.0.148 and earlier have a type confusion vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/flash-plugin | <31.0.0.153 | 31.0.0.153 |
| Adobe Flash Player | <=31.0.0.148 | |
| macOS Yosemite | ||
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Adobe Flash Player for Internet Explorer 11 | <=31.0.0.148 | |
| Google Chrome OS | ||
| Adobe Flash Player for Internet Explorer 11 | <=31.0.0.148 | |
| Adobe Flash Player for Internet Explorer 11 | <=31.0.0.148 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| redhat enterprise Linux desktop | =6.0 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux server | =6.0 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux workstation | =6.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2018-15981
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb18-44.html
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:3644
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1651640
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105964
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1042151
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-15981?
CVE-2018-15981 is a type confusion vulnerability in Flash Player versions 31.0.0.148 and earlier.
How severe is CVE-2018-15981?
CVE-2018-15981 has a severity level of 9.8, which is considered critical.
What are the affected software and versions of CVE-2018-15981?
Affected software includes Flash Player versions 31.0.0.148 and earlier.
How can CVE-2018-15981 be exploited?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2018-15981 can lead to arbitrary code execution.
How can I fix CVE-2018-15981?
To fix CVE-2018-15981, update Flash Player to version 31.0.0.153 or later.
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