CVE-2015-0313
Published: April 13, 2022
Official Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player allows remote attackers to execute code.
CISA KEV Advisory
Adobe Flash Player Use-After-Free Vulnerability
Use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player allows remote attackers to execute code.
The impacted product is end-of-life and should be disconnected if still in use.
Risk Analysis
A use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. With a high severity, an EPSS score of 0.93334, and its presence in CISA's KEV, this vulnerability is a critical and actively exploited threat.
This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild. The nature of the flaw allows for remote code execution, making it a severe and immediate risk.
Users should update Adobe Flash Player to the latest secure version or, preferably, uninstall it as it is an end-of-life product. Ensure all web browsers and operating systems are updated.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2015-0313 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-2015-0313 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-2015-0313 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