Player Plugin Update — Flash

Educate end-users that any prompt asking them to "Update Flash Player" is a scam or malware attempt. They should close the browser tab immediately.

| Browser | Status | | :--- | :--- | | | Flash blocked by default; Chrome removes Flash content from websites automatically. | | Microsoft Edge | Flash blocked; integrated with Windows Update removal tools. | | Mozilla Firefox | Extended Support Release (ESR) 78 was the last version to support Flash; modern versions block it entirely. | | Apple Safari | Flash support removed in Safari 14. | flash player plugin update

Because Adobe no longer supports the software, any website offering a "Flash Player plugin update" is likely distributing . Cybercriminals often use the familiar Flash update prompt to trick users into downloading malicious software. Key Reasons Flash Was Retired: Adobe Flash Player End of Life Educate end-users that any prompt asking them to