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CVE-2025-61838: Adobe Format Plugins · Heap-based Buffer Overflow

Affects Adobe Format PluginsSource CVE Database V5

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Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.8 High.

Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 09:15 UTC

CVSS 3.1 base score
7.8High
How severe the flaw is on the 0–10 CVSS scale.
EPSS
0.2% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 16% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Exploitation evidence

  1. Disclosed: evidence found.

    CVE published 11 Nov 2025

  2. Detectable: no evidence on record.

    No public nuclei template indexed

  3. Weaponised: no evidence on record.

    No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB

  4. Exploited in the wild: no evidence on record.

    Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation

  5. Observed by OffSeq Mirage: no evidence on record.

    No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors

A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.

What to do

Affected software

ProductAffectedFixed in
Adobe Format PluginsAffected
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Fixed in–

AI-suggested

Organizations should implement a multi-layered defense strategy. First, monitor Adobe's security advisories closely and apply patches promptly once available. Until patches are released, restrict or disable the use of Adobe Format Plugins where possible, especially in high-risk environments. Employ advanced endpoint protection solutions capable of detecting anomalous behavior related to heap overflows and code execution attempts. Utilize sandboxing or isolated environments for opening files from untrusted sources to contain potential exploits. Enhance email and file filtering to block or flag suspicious attachments that could trigger the vulnerability. Conduct user awareness training focused on recognizing phishing attempts and the risks of opening unknown files. Implement strict access controls and least privilege principles to limit the impact of potential exploitation. Finally, maintain up-to-date backups and incident response plans to mitigate damage in case of compromise.

Description

Format Plugins versions 1.1.1 and earlier are 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.

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