CVE-2016-4171VulnerabilityPublished 03/25/2022Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2016-4171: Adobe Flash Player Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affects Adobe Flash PlayerSource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 03/25/2022
KEV deadline: 04/15/2022
EPSS: 20.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 97% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

The impacted product is end-of-life and should be disconnected if still in use.

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-4171 (opens in a new tab)

Description

CVE-2016-4171 is an unspecified vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player that allows remote code execution. It has been exploited in the wild. No specific affected versions or patch information are provided in the available data.

Summary

This vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player permits remote code execution through an unspecified flaw. The exact technical details and affected versions are not disclosed in the provided information. The vulnerability has been observed to be exploited in the wild, indicating active threat usage.

Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely on affected systems running Adobe Flash Player. This can lead to system compromise or further malicious activity.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or remediation details are provided, users should monitor Adobe's official advisories for updates and apply any available fixes promptly.

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 10:56:45 UTC

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