CVE-2017-2983

Description

Adobe Shockwave versions 12.2.7.197 and earlier have an insecure library loading (DLL hijacking) vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to escalation of privilege.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.17% Top 20%
Vendor Advisory adobe.com
Affected: n/a Adobe Shockwave 12.2.7.197 and earlier.
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/shockwave/apsb17-08.html vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96863 vdb entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037993 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2983?
CVE-2017-2983 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-2983?
To fix CVE-2017-2983, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-2983 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-2983 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-2983?
CVE-2017-2983 affects n/a Adobe Shockwave 12.2.7.197 and earlier..
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