Vulnerability identifier: #VU1280

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2016-7866

CWE-ID: CWE-119

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Animate
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Adobe

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to boundary error. A remote attacker can execute arbitrary code on the target system via unknown attack vectors.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability results in compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
The vulnerability is fixed in version 16.0.0.112 for Windows and Macintosh:
https://creative.adobe.com/products/download/animate

Vulnerable software versions

Animate: 15.2.1.95

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External links
http://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/animate/apsb16-38.html
/security/products/animate/apsb16-38.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.