CVE-2014-8439
Published: May 25, 2022
Official Description
Adobe Flash Player has a vulnerability in the way it handles a dereferenced memory pointer which could lead to code execution.
CISA KEV Advisory
Adobe Flash Player Dereferenced Pointer Vulnerability
Adobe Flash Player has a vulnerability in the way it handles a dereferenced memory pointer which could lead to code execution.
The impacted product is end-of-life and should be disconnected if still in use.
Risk Analysis
Adobe Flash Player contains a vulnerability in how it handles a dereferenced memory pointer, which could lead to code execution. The high EPSS score and its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog indicate that this vulnerability is actively exploited and has a high probability of being targeted.
This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild. Exploitation likely occurs when a user interacts with malicious Flash content.
Users should uninstall or disable Adobe Flash Player as it is an end-of-life product. If absolutely necessary, ensure any remaining Flash Player installations are fully patched.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2014-8439 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-2014-8439 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-2014-8439 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