Adobe Substance 3D Stager Use After Free Vulnerability Leading to Arbitrary Code Execution

Vulnerability

A use after free vulnerability has been identified in Adobe Substance 3D Stager, affecting versions through 3.1.7. This vulnerability could allow for 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 Substance 3D Stager version 3.1.8, available through the Creative Cloud desktop app or the Adobe Download Center. For managed environments, IT administrators can deploy the update using the Admin Console.

Added: Mar 10, 2026, 7:34 PM
Updated: Mar 10, 2026, 7:34 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
2.4
impact
7.5
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
3.7
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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