CVE-2018-4919
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 7.66%
Last modified
CVE-2018-4919 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Adobe Flash Player versions 28.0.0.161 and earlier have an exploitable use after free vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.. EPSS estimates a 7.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Adobe Flash Player versions 28.0.0.161 and earlier have an exploitable use after free vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Flash Player Desktop Runtime | <= 28.0.0.161 |
| Adobe | Flash Player | <= 28.0.0.161 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103385Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040509Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:0520Third Party Advisory
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb18-05.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103385Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040509Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:0520Third Party Advisory
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb18-05.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-4919?
Adobe Flash Player versions 28.0.0.161 and earlier have an exploitable use after free vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
How severe is CVE-2018-4919?
CVE-2018-4919 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 7.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-4919?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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