Windows 7: Latest Version of Adobe Flash Player

NICK ADSL UK · 05 Nov 2010

Security update available for Adobe Flash Player
Release date: November 4, 2010

Vulnerability identifier: APSB10-26

CVE number: CVE-2010-3636, CVE-2010-3637, CVE-2010-3638, CVE-2010-3639, CVE-2010-3640, CVE-2010-3641, CVE-2010-3642, CVE-2010-3643, CVE-2010-3644, CVE-2010-3645, CVE-2010-3646, CVE-2010-3647, CVE-2010-3648, CVE-2010-3649, CVE-2010-3650, CVE-2010-3652, CVE-2010-3654, CVE-2010-3976

Platform: All Platforms

SolutionAdobe recommends all users of Adobe Flash Player 10.1.85.3 and earlier versions upgrade to the newest version 10.1.102.64 by downloading it from the Adobe Flash Player Download Center. Windows users can install the update via the auto-update mechanism within the product when prompted.

For users who cannot update to Flash Player 10.1.102.64, Adobe has developed a patched version of Flash Player 9, Flash Player 9.0.289.0, which can be downloaded from here.
http://kb2.adobe.com/cps/406/kb406791.html

http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/

JMH · 06 Nov 2010

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Adobe has issued a security update for its widely-used Flash software, protecting against a number of critical security vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious hackers.

In a security bulletin published on its website, Adobe recommends that users of Adobe Flash Player 10.1.85.3 and earlier versions for Windows, Macintosh, Linux, and Solaris update to Adobe Flash Player 10.1.102.64.

In addition, the firm says that they expect to make available an update for Flash Player 10.x for the Android mobile operating system by November 9, 2010.

One of the vulnerabilities fixed by the updated version of Flash is CVE-2010-3654. Last week the firm warned that that exploit was being used by malicious hackers to target users of Flash, Acrobat and Adobe Reader. A fix for Reader and Acrobat is scheduled for the week of November 15.

If you're not sure which version of the Adobe Flash Player you have installed, visit the About Flash Player page. But remember that if you use more than one browser on your computer you should check the version number on each.

By the way, take a little care when installing a new version of Flash. You may want to think carefully about whether you also want to install McAfee Security Scan Plus.

Adobe rather cheekily (in my humble opinion) defaults to having that box selected by default even though it's not necessary if all you want to do is update Flash.

It would obviously be a good idea for everyone to update vulnerable computers as soon as possible.

Source -
Zero-day Flash bugs squashed by Adobe | Naked Security

marsmimar · 07 Nov 2010

Adobe has released its latest Flash Player ahead of schedule.

Adobe - Install a different version of Adobe Flash Player

SlackerITGuy · 07 Nov 2010

Thanks for the heads up mate.

As a Chrome user, I'll get mine updated automatically =).

Quick question though, and I was just thinking about this, should I be concerned with the constant throttling of my GPU went switching between non-flash content and flash content on web sites? It seems to switch a lot between idle clocks and mid way clocks (don't know what to call them lol).

Thanks.

Airbot · 30 Nov 2010

Flash Player 10.2
Version Beta 1 - version 10.2.151.49
Date Nov 22, 2010

Information

November 22, 2010 — Flash Player 10.2 beta is now available, including the enhanced support for Internet Explorer 9 introduced in “Square” together with additional features and enhancements. Developers and users testing 64-bit browser support should continue to use Flash Player “Square.” We invite all other developer and users interested in previewing new capabilities to download Flash Player 10.2 beta.

Information

This page contains download information for the developer preview release of Adobe® Flash® Player 10.2, which introduces new features and enhancements, including a new video hardware acceleration model that enables dramatically enhanced video playback performance.

Welcome to the Adobe® Flash® Player 10.2 beta. Flash Player 10.2 introduces new features and enhancements, including a new video hardware acceleration model that enables dramatically enhanced video playback performance.
Key new capabilities in the Flash Player 10.2 beta include:

Stage Video hardware acceleration — A new method for video playback in Flash Player will allow developers to leverage complete hardware acceleration of the video rendering pipeline, enabling best-in-class playback performance. Stage Video can dramatically decrease processor usage and enables higher frame rates, reduced memory usage, and greater pixel fidelity and quality.
Internet Explorer 9 hardware accelerated rendering support — Flash Player takes advantage of hardware accelerated graphics in Internet Explorer 9, utilizing hardware rendering surfaces to improve graphics performance and enable seamless composition.
Native custom mouse cursors — Developers can define custom native mouse cursors, enabling user experience enhancements and improving performance.
Support for full screen mode with multiple monitors — Full screen content will remain in full-screen on secondary monitors, allowing users to watch full-screen content while working on another display.

This preview beta allows developers to begin taking advantage of these new features and test existing content and new platforms for compatibility. Please use this opportunity to explore the new features and provide us with your feedback.

Adobe Flash Player 10.2 Beta

This isn't flash player square, this is a separate Beta 32 bit only 10.2 version. To get flash player "Square" go here:
Flash Player "Square"

Brink · 30 Nov 2010

Thank you Aaron. First post updated. :)

mikedl · 02 Dec 2010

New version of Adobe "Square" Preview out: Preview 3:

Latest Version of Adobe Flash Player-screenshot00175.jpg

Old one was 10,2,161,22 (preview 2) :)

The links on the "Square" download page have been updated but the text content on the page has not...interesting...

Happy 64 bit browsing!

Active-X version will be:

Latest Version of Adobe Flash Player-screenshot00176.jpg

Edit: You will notice your installed program version will be 10.3.162.28 in Windows' "Programs and Features" for both the plug-in and the Active-X control. However, this Adobe page may indicate differently for the plug-in. Don't worry, you are updated.

ElQuia · 02 Dec 2010

downloading last versions, will try and be back if any trouble. Still wainting for 128 bit flash jajajajajaja

Commodore Pet · 03 Dec 2010

Just to let everyone know
Adobe Flash 10.2 beta is available for 32 bit browsers
Adobe Flash Square preview 3 is available for 64 bit browsers

Quote:

Recent Updates
November 30, 2010 — Flash Player 10.2 beta is now available, including the enhanced support for Internet Explorer 9 introduced in “Square” together with additional features and enhancements. Developers and users testing 64-bit browser support should continue to use Flash Player “Square.” We invite all other developer and users interested in previewing new capabilities to download Flash Player 10.2 beta. A new release of the Flash Player "Square" preview is also available now and contains the latest security updates.
September 27, 2010 — Flash Player "Square" has been updated to include the security enhancements described in Security Bulletin APSB10-22. In addition, 32-bit content debuggers are now available in this preview.

Airbot · 06 Dec 2010

Quote: Originally Posted by Brink

Tip

New Adobe Flash Square (test version) for 64 bit browsers (IE9 Beta) is available now!

See here:
Adobe Labs - Downloads: Flash Player "Square" Preview Release

Version: Preview 3 10.2.161.23
Release Date: December 2nd, 2010
(Download site text still shows the old 10.2.161.22 P2 version, but the downloads are for the new version)

The "Square" flash player Preview 3 version is 10.3.162.28 for both, not 10.2.161.23. Release date is November 30th.