CVE-2014-0519

Vulnerability

Adobe Flash Player versions before 13.0.0.214 on Windows and OS X, and before 11.2.202.359 on Linux, as well as Adobe AIR SDK before 13.0.0.111, contain an unspecified vulnerability that allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions [1][2]. The exact code path is not disclosed, but the flaw affects the core security model of the Flash runtime.

Exploitation

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by delivering a crafted SWF file or other Flash content to a victim. No authentication is required; the attack can be performed remotely via a web page or email. The exploitation does not require user interaction beyond normal browsing or opening the content [1][2].

Impact

Successful exploitation allows the attacker to bypass security restrictions, potentially leading to unauthorized actions such as reading local files, accessing cross-origin data, or executing arbitrary code with the privileges of the affected Flash Player process [2]. The exact impact depends on the specific bypass achieved.

Mitigation

Adobe released fixed versions: Flash Player 13.0.0.214 (Windows/OS X) and 11.2.202.359 (Linux), and AIR SDK 13.0.0.111 [1]. Users should update to these versions or later. Red Hat and Gentoo have issued advisories urging updates [1][2]. No workaround is available; upgrading is the only mitigation.