Adobe Illustrator Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability Allowing Arbitrary Code Execution

Vulnerability

A vulnerability allowing out-of-bounds write has been identified in Adobe Illustrator versions 28.7.6, 29.5.1 and earlier. This vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction, as a victim must open a malicious file.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in arbitrary code execution on the affected user's system.

Remediation

Users are advised to update Adobe Illustrator to version 29.6 and above for the 2025 release, or to version 28.7.8 and above for the 2024 release. The update can be downloaded via the Creative Cloud desktop app or through the Adobe Download Page.

Added: Jul 9, 2025, 12:29 AM
Updated: Jul 9, 2025, 12:29 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
7.8
impact
10.0
exploitability
4.4
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.2
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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