CVE-2026-48373 Details
Description
Acrobat Reader is affected by a Heap-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader. 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. The issue affects Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader versions through 26.001.21651 on Windows and macOS, as well as Adobe Acrobat 2024 versions through 24.001.30365.
Users are advised to update to the latest versions of Adobe Acrobat or Acrobat Reader. The latest versions can be downloaded from the Adobe Acrobat Reader Download Center or via the Adobe Update mechanism. For IT administrators, updates are available through preferred deployment methods.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Jul 22, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb26-63.html | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-122 | Heap-based Buffer Overflow | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| adobe acrobat | < 24.001.30383 |
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| adobe acrobat dc | >= 15.008.20082, < 26.001.21662 |
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| adobe acrobat reader dc | >= 15.008.20082, < 26.001.21662 |
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| apple macos | All versions |
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| microsoft windows | All versions |
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Change History
6 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Aug 26, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Jul 23, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jul 21, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jul 17, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |