CVE-2012-0754
Published: June 8, 2022
Official Description
Adobe Flash Player contains a memory corruption vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute code or cause denial-of-service (DoS).
CISA KEV Advisory
Adobe Flash Player Memory Corruption Vulnerability
Adobe Flash Player contains a memory corruption vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute code or cause denial-of-service (DoS).
The impacted product is end-of-life and should be disconnected if still in use.
Risk Analysis
This memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. The high EPSS score of 0.91342 indicates a very high likelihood of exploitation, making this a critical vulnerability. Its presence in CISA's KEV catalog confirms it has been actively exploited.
Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild. Attackers can exploit this remotely.
Users should discontinue use of Adobe Flash Player due to its end-of-life status and numerous critical vulnerabilities. If unavoidable, ensure all instances are removed or disabled.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2012-0754 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2012-0754 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (1)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2012-0754 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1