Adobe.Flash.AVM.CVE-2018-15981.Type.Confusion

Description

This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Type Confusion vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a maliciously crafted SWF file. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to execute arbitrary code within the context of the application, via a crafted SWF file.

Affected Products

Adobe Flash Player Desktop Runtime for Windows 31.0.0.148
Adobe Flash Player Desktop Runtime for Macintosh 31.0.0.148
Adobe Flash Player Desktop Runtime for Linux 31.0.0.148
Adobe Flash Player Google Chrome Plugin for Windows 31.0.0.148
Adobe Flash Player Google Chrome Plugin for Macintosh 31.0.0.148
Adobe Flash Player Google Chrome Plugin for Linux 31.0.0.148
Adobe Flash Player Google Chrome Plugin for ChromeOS 31.0.0.148
Adobe Flash Player Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer 11 Plugin for Windows 10 and Windows 8.1 31.0.0.148

Impact

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

Recommended Actions

Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb18-44.html

References