CVE-2026-27291: Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) in Adobe InDesign Desktop
InDesign Desktop versions 20.5.2, 21.2 and earlier are affected by an out-of-bounds write 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.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-27291 is an out-of-bounds write 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. Successful exploitation requires that the user opens a crafted malicious file. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-787 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently provided, and the vulnerability is not related to a cloud service.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the current user, potentially compromising the affected system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Exploitation requires user interaction, limiting the attack vector to scenarios where a user opens a malicious file. There are no known active exploits in the wild at this time.
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. Monitor Adobe's security advisories for updates regarding patches or mitigations.
CVE-2026-27291: Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) in Adobe InDesign Desktop
Description
InDesign Desktop versions 20.5.2, 21.2 and earlier are affected by an out-of-bounds write 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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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-27291 is an out-of-bounds write 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. Successful exploitation requires that the user opens a crafted malicious file. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-787 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently provided, and the vulnerability is not related to a cloud service.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the current user, potentially compromising the affected system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Exploitation requires user interaction, limiting the attack vector to scenarios where a user opens a malicious file. There are no known active exploits in the wild at this time.
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. Monitor Adobe's security advisories for updates regarding patches or mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- adobe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-02-18T22:02:41.395Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69de731682d89c981fcd5a12
Added to database: 4/14/2026, 5:02:14 PM
Last enriched: 4/14/2026, 5:17:33 PM
Last updated: 4/15/2026, 6:05:34 AM
Views: 10
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