CVE-2018-5008: High severity adobe flash player vulnerability
Adobe Flash Player 30.0.0.113 and earlier versions have an Out-of-bounds read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.
Other sources
Adobe Security Bulletin APSB18-24 for Adobe Flash Player describes a flaw that can possibly lead to information disclosure when Flash Player is used to play a specially crafted SWF file:
Out-of-bounds read -- CVE-2018-5008
External References:
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb18-24.html
— Red Hat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-5008?
CVE-2018-5008 is a vulnerability found in Adobe Flash Player versions 30.0.0.113 and earlier.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5008?
The severity of CVE-2018-5008 is high with a severity score of 7.5.
How can CVE-2018-5008 be exploited?
CVE-2018-5008 can be exploited by performing an out-of-bounds read, which can lead to information disclosure.
How can I fix CVE-2018-5008?
To fix CVE-2018-5008, update Adobe Flash Player to version 30.0.0.134 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-5008?
For more information about CVE-2018-5008, you can refer to the following sources: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104698), [SecurityTracker](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041248), [Red Hat Advisory](https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:2175)