CVE-2014-8439
Adobe Flash Player Dereferenced Pointer Vulnerability
MITRE ATT&CK techniques
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| Technique | Name | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| T1189 | Drive-by Compromise | exploitation technique |
Summary
Adobe Flash Player has a vulnerability in the way it handles a dereferenced memory pointer which could lead to code execution.
Affected software
Vendor: Adobe · Product: Flash Player
Weakness types (CWE):
What to do
This vulnerability appears in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, meaning it is being exploited in the wild. Prioritize patching affected systems and verify exposure across your estate.
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