CVE-2002-0846

CVE-2002-0846 is a high-severity vulnerability in Macromedia Shockwave Flash with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The decoder for Macromedia Shockwave Flash allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malformed SWF header that contains more data than the specified length.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0846?
The decoder for Macromedia Shockwave Flash allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malformed SWF header that contains more data than the specified length.
How severe is CVE-2002-0846?
CVE-2002-0846 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0846 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0846?
CVE-2002-0846 affects Macromedia Shockwave Flash. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0846?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2002-0846 published?
CVE-2002-0846 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)