CVE-2018-4945
UnknownEPSS 6.81%
Last modified
CVE-2018-4945 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Adobe Flash Player versions 29.0.0.171 and earlier have a Type Confusion vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.. EPSS estimates a 6.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Adobe Flash Player versions 29.0.0.171 and earlier have a Type Confusion vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Flash Player Desktop Runtime | <= 29.0.0.171 |
| Adobe | Flash Player | <= 29.0.0.171 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Workstation | 6.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104413Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041058Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:1827Third Party Advisory
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb18-19.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201806-02Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104413Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041058Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:1827Third Party Advisory
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb18-19.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201806-02Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-4945?
Adobe Flash Player versions 29.0.0.171 and earlier have a Type Confusion vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
How severe is CVE-2018-4945?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-4945 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-4945?
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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