CVE-2002-1382

CVE-2002-1382 is a high-severity vulnerability in Macromedia Flash Player 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

Macromedia Flash Player before 6.0.65.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain malformed data headers in Shockwave Flash file format (SWF) files, a different issue than CAN-2002-0846.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1382?
Macromedia Flash Player before 6.0.65.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain malformed data headers in Shockwave Flash file format (SWF) files, a different issue than CAN-2002-0846.
How severe is CVE-2002-1382?
CVE-2002-1382 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1382 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1382?
CVE-2002-1382 primarily affects Macromedia Flash Player. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1382?
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-2002-1382 published?
CVE-2002-1382 was published on 2002-12-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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