CVE-2020-9746

Exploitable NULL pointer deref could lead to arbitrary code execution

Description

Adobe Flash Player version 32.0.0.433 (and earlier) are affected by an exploitable NULL pointer dereference vulnerability that could result in a crash and arbitrary code execution. Exploitation of this issue requires an attacker to insert malicious strings in an HTTP response that is by default delivered over TLS/SSL.

Category

7.0
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.03% Top 25%
Vendor Advisory adobe.com
Affected: Adobe Flash Player
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb20-58.html vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-9746?
CVE-2020-9746 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-9746?
To fix CVE-2020-9746, 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-2020-9746 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2020-9746 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-9746?
CVE-2020-9746 affects Adobe Flash Player.
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