Adobe FrameMaker Use-After-Free Vulnerability Allowing Arbitrary Code Execution

Vulnerability

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in Adobe FrameMaker versions 2020.9, 2022.7 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 system.

Remediation

Users are advised to update to Adobe FrameMaker 2020 Update 10 or Adobe FrameMaker 2022 Update 8. Instructions for downloading these updates are available in the respective tech notes for each version.

Added: Oct 15, 2025, 12:19 AM
Updated: Oct 15, 2025, 12:19 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
2.4
impact
10.0
exploitability
4.4
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.7
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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