Vulnerability Description
Adobe Flash Player 9.x up to 9.0.48.0, 8.x up to 8.0.35.0, and 7.x up to 7.0.70.0, when running on Linux, uses insecure permissions for memory, which might allow local users to gain privileges.
CVSS Score
4.4
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | All versions |
| Adobe | Flash Player | <= 9.0.48.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2007-12/msg00007.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28157
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28161
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28213
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28570
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30507
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019116
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-238305-1
- http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb07-20.html
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200801-07.xml
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2007-1126.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26929
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26965
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-355A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/4258
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-6246?
CVE-2007-6246 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). Adobe Flash Player 9.x up to 9.0.48.0, 8.x up to 8.0.35.0, and 7.x up to 7.0.70.0, when running on Linux, uses insecure permissions for memory, which might allow local users to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2007-6246?
CVE-2007-6246 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-6246?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Adobe Flash Player.