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 29.8.6, 30.3 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 to Adobe Illustrator version 29.8.7 for the 2025 release or version 30.4 for the 2026 release. The update can be downloaded via the Creative Cloud desktop app. For more information, refer to the Adobe Creative Cloud Updates help page.

Added: May 12, 2026, 7:58 PM
Updated: May 12, 2026, 7:58 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
7.8
impact
5.0
exploitability
3.6
remediation
7.7
relevance
8.1
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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