Adobe.Shockwave.Player.Parsing.Dir.File.Memory.Corruption

Description

This indicates an attack attempt against a memory-corruption vulnerability in Adobe Shockwave Player.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles an invalid value in a .dir file. It allows a remote attacker to execute code via sending a crafted .dir file.

Affected Products

Shockwave Player 11.5.6.606 and earlier versions

Impact

System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

Recommended Actions

Please refer to the vendor's web site for the suggested workaround:
http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb10-12.html

References