Release date: March 13, 2014

Vulnerability identifier: APSB14-10

Priority: See Table

CVE Number: CVE-2014-0505

Platform: Windows and Macintosh

Summary

Adobe has released a security update for Adobe Shockwave Player 12.0.9.149 and earlier versions on the Windows and Macintosh operating systems. This update addresses a critical vulnerability that could potentially allow an attacker to remotely take control of the affected system. Adobe recommends users of Adobe Shockwave Player 12.0.9.149 and earlier versions update to Adobe Shockwave Player 12.1.0.150 using the instructions provided in the "Solution" section below.

Affected software versions

Adobe Shockwave Player 12.0.9.149 and earlier versions for Windows and Macintosh.

Solution

Adobe recommends users of Adobe Shockwave Player 12.0.9.149 and earlier versions update to the newest version 12.1.0.150, available here: http://get.adobe.com/shockwave/

Priority and severity ratings

Adobe categorizes this update with the following priority rating and recommends users update their installation to the newest version:

Product: Adobe Shockwave Player
Updated version: 12.1.0.150
Platform: Windows & Macintosh
Platform rating: 2

These updates address critical vulnerabilities in the software.

Details

Adobe has released a security update for Adobe Shockwave Player 12.0.9.149 and earlier versions on the Windows and Macintosh operating systems. This update addresses a critical vulnerability that could potentially allow an attacker to remotely take control of the affected system. Adobe recommends users of Adobe Shockwave Player 12.0.9.149 and earlier versions update to Adobe Shockwave Player 12.1.0.150 using the instructions provided in the "Solution" section above.

This update resolves a memory corruption vulnerability that could lead to code execution (CVE-2014-0505).

Security Bulletin: http://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/shockwave/apsb14-10.html