Vulnerability Description
Adobe Shockwave Player through 11.6.8.638 allows remote attackers to trigger installation of a Shockwave Player 10.4.0.025 compatibility feature via a crafted HTML document that references Shockwave content with a certain compatibility parameter, related to a "downgrading" attack.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Shockwave Player | <= 11.6.8.638 |
References
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/323161
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/546769US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/323161
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/546769US Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-6270?
CVE-2012-6270 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Adobe Shockwave Player through 11.6.8.638 allows remote attackers to trigger installation of a Shockwave Player 10.4.0.025 compatibility feature via a crafted HTML document that references Shockwave c...
How severe is CVE-2012-6270?
CVE-2012-6270 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-2012-6270?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Shockwave Player.