Adobe Fixes Shockwave Code Execution Flaw.(Adobe Systems Inc.)

Publication: eWeek

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A security flaw in Adobe Systems' Macromedia Shockwave Installer could put millions of PC users at risk of code execution attacks, the company warned in an advisory.

The flaw, which carries a "critical" rating, affects Shockwave Player 10.1.0.11 and earlier versions. According to Adobe's advisory, the vulnerability occurs only during the installation process, and current users do not...

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