CVE-2014-0501 in Shockwave Player
Summary
by MITRE
Adobe Shockwave Player before 12.0.9.149 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-0500.
If you want to get best quality of vulnerability data, you may have to visit VulDB.
Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/23/2024
Adobe Shockwave Player version 12.0.9.149 and earlier contains a memory corruption vulnerability that enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service conditions. This vulnerability exists within the player's handling of specially crafted Shockwave content and represents a distinct issue from CVE-2014-0500. The flaw manifests through unspecified vectors that likely involve improper memory management when processing malicious Shockwave files or web content. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by delivering malicious Shockwave content through web browsers or other applications that utilize the Shockwave Player component. The memory corruption occurs during the parsing or execution of Shockwave multimedia content, potentially leading to stack or heap corruption that can be leveraged for code execution. This vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it allows for arbitrary code execution, meaning an attacker could gain full control of the affected system. The impact extends beyond simple denial of service as the memory corruption can be exploited to inject and run malicious code within the context of the Shockwave Player process. According to CWE classification, this vulnerability maps to CWE-125: Out-of-bounds Read and CWE-787: Out-of-bounds Write, which are common memory safety issues in software applications. The attack surface is broad as Shockwave Player was widely distributed and used in web environments, making it a prime target for exploitation. Organizations should prioritize patching this vulnerability immediately as it represents a critical security risk. The recommended mitigation involves upgrading to Adobe Shockwave Player version 12.0.9.149 or later, which contains the necessary fixes to prevent the memory corruption exploit. Additionally, administrators should consider disabling Shockwave Player in browser environments where it is not required, as this reduces the attack surface. From an ATT&CK framework perspective, this vulnerability aligns with T1059.007: Command and Scripting Interpreter: Windows Command Shell, as exploitation could lead to command execution. The vulnerability also relates to T1190: Exploit Public-Facing Application, as it affects a widely deployed web application component. Security teams should monitor for exploitation attempts and implement network segmentation to limit potential lateral movement if exploitation occurs. The long-term solution involves migrating away from Shockwave Player technology due to its history of security vulnerabilities and lack of modern security features. Organizations should conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify all systems running affected versions of Shockwave Player and ensure complete remediation through patch deployment or application removal.