CVE-2016-4117
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitflash-plugin: multiple code execution issues fixed in APSB16-15
Published May 10, 2016 · Updated Sep 10, 2026 · Also known as UBUNTU-CVE-2016-4117
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2016-4117 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Flash Player (Adobe), Evergreen (Opensuse), Opensuse and 10 more products.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since May 8, 2016 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Flash Player 21.0.0.226, Flash Player 11.2.202.621-130.1, Flash Player 11.2.202.621-185.1.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
94%
Higher than 99.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings, used by ransomware
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Adobe Flash Player 21.0.0.226 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, as exploited in the wild in May 2016.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Mar 3, 2022 | Mar 24, 2022 | Known |
| Industry KEV feed | May 8, 2016 | Mar 24, 2022 | Known |
| CIRCL KEV | Mar 3, 2022 | Mar 24, 2022 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Mar 3, 2022 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: The impacted product is end-of-life and should be disconnected if still in use.
Affected Products
38 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Flash PlayerAdobe | See advisory | 21.0.0.226 |
| EvergreenOpensuse | 11.4 | n/a |
| OpensuseOpensuse | 13.1, 13.2 | n/a |
| Enterprise Linux DesktopRedhat | 5.0, 6.0 | n/a |
| Enterprise Linux ServerRedhat | 5.0, 6.0 | n/a |
Patched Releases
Flash Player
21.0.0.226, 11.2.202.621-130.1, 11.2.202.621-185.1, 11.2.202.621-2.97.1
flash-player-gnome
11.2.202.621-130.1, 11.2.202.621-185.1, 11.2.202.621-2.97.1
flash-player-kde4
11.2.202.621-185.1, 11.2.202.621-2.97.1
flash-plugin
0:11.2.202.621-1.el5, 0:11.2.202.621-1.el6_8
flashplugin-nonfree
11.2.202.621ubuntu0.14.04.1, 11.2.202.621ubuntu0.16.04.1
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
May 8, 2016
Publicly disclosed
May 10, 2016
Added to CISA KEV
Mar 3, 2022
Added to CIRCL KEV
Mar 3, 2022
Added to ENISA EUVD
Mar 3, 2022
Last updated
Sep 10, 2026
References
- advisorySUSE-SU-2016:1305
- advisoryopenSUSE-SU-2016:1306
- advisoryopenSUSE-SU-2016:1308
- advisoryopenSUSE-SU-2016:1309
- advisoryRHSA-2016:1079
FAQ
Common Questions.
Adobe Flash Player 21.0.0.226 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, as exploited in the wild in May 2016.
Affected: Flash Player (Adobe); Evergreen (Opensuse) versions 11.4; Opensuse versions 13.1, 13.2, among others. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since May 8, 2016 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns.
Yes. It was added on Mar 3, 2022 with a federal remediation due date of Mar 24, 2022.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Flash Player 21.0.0.226, Flash Player 11.2.202.621-130.1, Flash Player 11.2.202.621-185.1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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