Release DateAug 19, 2010 |
Severitycritical |
ImpactSystem Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems. |
DescriptionThis indicates an attack attempt against a remote code-execution vulnerability in Adobe Shockwave Player.The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a specially crafted ".dir" file. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code. |
Affected ProductsAdobe Shockwave Player 11.5.7.609 and earlier versions |
Recommended ActionsUpgrade to Adobe Shockwave Player 11.5.8.612:http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb10-20.html |
Coverage IPS
VCM |
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE)CVE-2010-2871 |
Reference/shttp://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb10-20.html |