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CVE-2026-27283: Use After Free (CWE-416) in Adobe InDesign Desktop

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VulnerabilityCVE-2026-27283cvecve-2026-27283cwe-416
Published: Tue Apr 14 2026 (04/14/2026, 16:45:52 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Adobe
Product: InDesign Desktop

Description

InDesign Desktop versions 20.5.2, 21.2 and earlier are affected by a Use After Free 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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AILast updated: 04/14/2026, 17:19:15 UTC

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-27283 is a Use After Free vulnerability in Adobe InDesign Desktop (versions 20.5.2, 21.2 and earlier) that may lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. The attack vector requires local access and user interaction, as the victim must open a crafted malicious file. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-416 and has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is no vendor advisory or patch information available at this time, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation could result in arbitrary code execution with the privileges of the current user, potentially compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The attack requires user interaction, limiting remote exploitation without user involvement. There are no known active exploits reported in the wild.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should exercise caution when opening files from untrusted sources to avoid triggering the vulnerability.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
adobe
Date Reserved
2026-02-18T22:02:41.390Z
Cvss Version
3.1
State
PUBLISHED
Remediation Level
null

Threat ID: 69de731682d89c981fcd5a06

Added to database: 4/14/2026, 5:02:14 PM

Last enriched: 4/14/2026, 5:19:15 PM

Last updated: 4/15/2026, 6:04:18 AM

Views: 10

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