Adobe DNG SDK Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability Leading to Arbitrary Code Execution

Vulnerability

An out-of-bounds write vulnerability has been identified in Adobe DNG SDK versions 1.7.1 build 2471 and earlier. This vulnerability could allow 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, executed with the privileges of the user who opened the malicious file.

Remediation

Users are advised to update to Adobe DNG SDK version 1.7.1 build 2502. This update is available through the Adobe Tech Note on the Digital Negative SDK.

Added: Mar 10, 2026, 7:33 PM
Updated: Mar 10, 2026, 7:33 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
2.4
impact
10.0
exploitability
3.6
remediation
7.7
relevance
3.7
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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