Adobe.Shockwave.Player.Dir.File.Pointer.Handling.Code.Execution

Description

This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a remote code execution vulnerability in Adobe Shockwave Player.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles certain Shockwave content. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code by tricking a user into visiting a malicious web page.

Affected Products

Adobe Shockwave Player 11.5.1.601 and previous versions

Impact

Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

Recommended Actions

Upgrade to Adobe Shockwave Player version 11.5.2.602:
http://get.adobe.com/shockwave/

References