CVE-2017-2992

CVE-2017-2992 is a high-severity vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 33% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-787.

Key facts

Description

Adobe Flash Player versions 24.0.0.194 and earlier have an exploitable heap overflow vulnerability when parsing an MP4 header. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-2992?
Adobe Flash Player versions 24.0.0.194 and earlier have an exploitable heap overflow vulnerability when parsing an MP4 header. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
How severe is CVE-2017-2992?
CVE-2017-2992 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-2992 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 33% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-2992?
CVE-2017-2992 primarily affects Adobe Flash Player. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2992?
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-2017-2992 published?
CVE-2017-2992 was published on 2017-02-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)

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