Vulnerability Description
Flash Player versions 31.0.0.153 and earlier, and 31.0.0.108 and earlier have an insecure library loading (dll hijacking) vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Flash Player | <= 31.0.0.153 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | - |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | - |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
| Chrome Os | - | |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows 8.1 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106108Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb18-42.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106108Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb18-42.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-15983?
CVE-2018-15983 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Flash Player versions 31.0.0.153 and earlier, and 31.0.0.108 and earlier have an insecure library loading (dll hijacking) vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.
How severe is CVE-2018-15983?
CVE-2018-15983 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-15983?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Flash Player, Apple Mac Os X, Linux Linux Kernel, Microsoft Windows, Google Chrome Os.