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Exploit:SWF/Blacole.K
Aliases: Script.SWF.C16 (BitDefender) SWF/Exploit.Agent.CN (ESET) Exploit.SWF.Agent.fb (Kaspersky)
Summary
Exploit:SWF/Blacole.K is a malicious Adobe Shockwave (.SWF) code that exploits a vulnerability in certain versions of Adobe Flash Player that could result in redirecting the web browser or downloading and executing arbitrary files. The vulnerability is discussed in the following articles:
To detect and remove this threat and other malicious software that may be installed on your computer, run a full-system scan with an appropriate, up-to-date, security solution. The following Microsoft products detect and remove this threat:
For more information on antivirus software, see http://www.microsoft.com/windows/antivirus-partners/.
Update vulnerable Shockwave applications
This threat exploits a known vulnerability in Adobe Shockwave. After removing this threat, make sure that you install the updates available from the vendor. You can read more about this vulnerability in Adobe Shockwave, as well as where to download the software update from the following links:
