Adobe Flash Player Critical Security Update

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Adobe has released Version Adobe has released Version 27.0.0.130 of Adobe Flash Player for Microsoft Windows, Macintosh, Chrome and Linux.

These updates address vulnerabilities could lead to remote code execution.

Update:

• With the option to 'Allow Adobe to install updates', the update will be automatic. Without that setting enabled, either install the update via the update mechanism when prompted or via the Download Center*.
• Windows 7 and earlier: Installation links for Windows 7 and earlier are provided by Adobe at Installation problems | Flash Player | Windows 7 and earlier:
  • Flash Player for Internet Explorer - ActiveX
  • Flash Player for Firefox/Pale Moon - NPAPI
  • Flash Player for Opera and Chromium-based browsers - PPAPI
• Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer 11: Adobe Flash Player will be automatically updated to the latest version for Windows 8.1 and 10.
• Google Chrome: Adobe Flash Player will be automatically updated to the latest Google Chrome version.
• Flash Player Uninstaller: http://download.macromedia.com/get/flashplayer/current/support/uninstall_flash_player.exe
• Adobe AIR: Adobe - Adobe AIR

*Important Note: Downloading the update from the Adobe Flash Player Download Center link includes a pre-checked option to install unnecessary extras, such as McAfee Scan Plus or Google Drive. If you use the download center, uncheck any unnecessary extras that you do not want. They are not needed for the Flash Player update.

• Release Notes: Flash Player® 27 AIR® 27
• Security Bulletin