CVE-2016-7855—Adobe Flash Player Use-After-Free Vulnerability

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2022-03-03 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2016-7855
Project:
Adobe
Product:
Flash Player
Date Added:
2022-03-03
Due Date:
2022-03-24
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Adobe Flash Player Use-After-Free Vulnerability

Description

Use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player Windows and OS and Linux allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
Unknown

Action

The impacted product is end-of-life and should be disconnected if still in use.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-7855

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