Adobe.Shockwave.Player.Dir.File.Invalid.String.Length.DoS

Description

This indicates an attack attempt against a code-execution vulnerability in Adobe Shockwave Player.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a malicious Shockwave media file. It allows a remote attacker to possibly execute code via sending a crafted shockwave file.

Affected Products

Shockwave Player 11.5.1.601 and earlier versions

Impact

System Compromise

Recommended Actions

Refer to the vendor's web site for the suggested workaround:
http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb09-16.html

References