CVE-2016-1016
HighSummary
A use-after-free vulnerability in the Transform object implementation in Adobe Flash Player before version 18.0.0.343 and 19.x through 21.x before version 21.0.0.213 on Windows and OS X and before version 11.2.202.616 on Linux allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a flash.geom.Matrix callback.
Risk Assessment
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to gain control over the system, posing a serious security threat to the organization.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update Adobe Flash Player to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Use-after-free vulnerability in the Transform object implementation in Adobe Flash Player before 18.0.0.343 and 19.x through 21.x before 21.0.0.213 on Windows and OS X and before 11.2.202.616 on Linux allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a flash.geom.Matrix callback, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-1011, CVE-2016-1013, CVE-2016-1017, and CVE-2016-1031.