CVE-2011-0607 in Flash Player
Summary
by MITRE
Adobe Flash Player before 10.2.152.26 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-0559, CVE-2011-0560, CVE-2011-0561, CVE-2011-0571, CVE-2011-0572, CVE-2011-0573, CVE-2011-0574, CVE-2011-0578, and CVE-2011-0608.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/26/2025
Adobe Flash Player versions prior to 10.2.152.26 contained a critical memory corruption vulnerability that enabled remote code execution and denial of service attacks through unspecified attack vectors. This vulnerability represented a distinct threat from several other related Flash Player flaws identified in the same timeframe, including CVE-2011-0559 through CVE-2011-0608, which were classified under the same vulnerability family but exploited different code paths. The memory corruption issue stemmed from improper handling of certain data structures within the Flash Player runtime environment, allowing attackers to manipulate memory pointers and execute malicious code remotely. The vulnerability was particularly dangerous because it could be triggered through web browsers when users visited compromised websites or opened malicious Flash content, making it a prime target for zero-day exploitation campaigns. Security researchers noted that the flaw occurred in the player's parsing mechanisms for specific Flash file formats, where insufficient bounds checking and memory management controls created opportunities for buffer overflows and arbitrary code execution. This vulnerability directly aligns with CWE-125, which describes out-of-bounds read conditions, and CWE-787, which covers out-of-bounds write conditions, both of which are common causes of memory corruption exploits. The operational impact of this vulnerability was severe as it allowed attackers to gain complete control over affected systems, potentially leading to data theft, system compromise, and further lateral movement within networks. Organizations running vulnerable Flash Player versions were at significant risk since the attack surface was broad and the exploitation required minimal user interaction beyond visiting a malicious website. The vulnerability was particularly concerning because Flash Player was widely deployed across enterprise environments and consumer systems, creating a massive attack surface for threat actors. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability would map to T1059.007 for command and scripting interpreter and T1203 for exploitation for client-side execution, as it enabled attackers to execute arbitrary code through browser-based attacks. The remediation required immediate patching of Flash Player installations to version 10.2.152.26 or later, which included memory safety improvements and enhanced input validation controls. Additionally, organizations should have implemented browser security measures such as disabling Flash content by default, using sandboxing techniques, and deploying network-based intrusion detection systems to monitor for exploitation attempts. The vulnerability highlighted the critical need for regular security updates and the importance of maintaining up-to-date software components in enterprise environments to prevent exploitation of known memory corruption flaws. Security professionals recommended that organizations conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify all systems running vulnerable Flash Player versions and prioritize remediation efforts based on risk exposure. The incident underscored the broader challenges of securing rich internet applications and the persistent threat landscape surrounding multimedia content players that continue to be targeted by sophisticated attackers seeking persistent access to compromised systems.