CVE-2025-61829 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability (CWE-122) identified in Adobe Illustrator on iPad versions 3.0.9 and earlier. The vulnerability arises from improper handling of data in memory, allowing an attacker to overwrite heap memory buffers. When a victim opens a maliciously crafted Illustrator file, the overflow can be triggered, enabling the attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current user. This can lead to full compromise of the user's session, including unauthorized access to sensitive data, modification of files, or disruption of application availability. The vulnerability requires user interaction (opening a malicious file) but does not require prior authentication, making it a significant threat vector via social engineering or phishing campaigns. The CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 reflects the high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, combined with low attack complexity and no privileges required. No patches or exploit code are currently publicly available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported as of the publication date (November 11, 2025). However, the presence of this vulnerability in a widely used creative application on iPad devices means that attackers could target creative professionals and organizations relying on Adobe Illustrator on iPad for design workflows. The vulnerability's exploitation could lead to data breaches, intellectual property theft, or disruption of creative operations.

For European organizations, particularly those in the creative, advertising, media, and design sectors that rely on Adobe Illustrator on iPad, this vulnerability poses a significant risk. Successful exploitation could result in unauthorized access to sensitive design files, intellectual property theft, and potential lateral movement within corporate networks if the compromised device is connected to enterprise resources. The impact extends to confidentiality (exposure of proprietary designs), integrity (unauthorized modification of files), and availability (application or device crashes). Given the prevalence of iPad use in creative workflows and remote work scenarios, the vulnerability could be exploited via phishing or malicious file distribution campaigns targeting European users. Organizations with less mature endpoint security or insufficient user training are at greater risk. The lack of known exploits currently provides a window for proactive mitigation, but the high severity score indicates that once exploited, the consequences could be severe.

1. Immediately monitor Adobe’s official channels for patches or updates addressing CVE-2025-61829 and apply them promptly once available. 2. Implement strict policies restricting the opening of Illustrator files from untrusted or unknown sources, especially via email or messaging platforms. 3. Educate users, particularly creative teams, about the risks of opening unsolicited or suspicious files and train them to recognize phishing attempts. 4. Employ mobile device management (MDM) solutions to enforce application update policies and restrict installation of unauthorized apps or files. 5. Use endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools capable of monitoring unusual behavior or memory exploitation attempts on iPad devices. 6. Isolate iPad devices used for sensitive design work from critical enterprise networks where possible to limit lateral movement. 7. Regularly back up important design files and maintain version control to recover from potential data integrity issues. 8. Collaborate with Adobe support for any available workarounds or mitigation guidance until patches are released.