#VU14344 Out-of-bounds read in Adobe Flash Player


Published: 2018-08-14

Vulnerability identifier: #VU14344

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-12824

CWE-ID: CWE-125

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Adobe Flash Player
Client/Desktop applications / Plugins for browsers, ActiveX components

Vendor: Adobe

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to out-of-bounds read when handling malicious input. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted .swf and gain access to potentially sensitive information.

Mitigation
Update to version 30.0.0.154.

Vulnerable software versions

Adobe Flash Player: 30.0.0.113 - 30.0.0.134


External links
http://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb18-25.html


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.


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