Vulnerability Description
Unspecified vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player for Linux 10.0.12.36, and 9.0.151.0 and earlier, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SWF file.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Flash Player For Linux | <= 9.0.151.0 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-12/msg00006.html
- http://osvdb.org/50796
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33221
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33267
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33294Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34226
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200903-23.xml
- http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb08-24.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-1047.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32896
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021458
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3449
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47445
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-12/msg00006.html
- http://osvdb.org/50796
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5499?
CVE-2008-5499 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Unspecified vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player for Linux 10.0.12.36, and 9.0.151.0 and earlier, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SWF file.
How severe is CVE-2008-5499?
CVE-2008-5499 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-5499?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Flash Player For Linux, Linux Linux Kernel.