CVE-2026-48269: Heap-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-122) in Adobe Premiere
Adobe Premiere Pro contains a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction, specifically opening a malicious file. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.8. No specific affected versions or patches have been disclosed yet.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-48269 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability (CWE-122) in Adobe Premiere Pro. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. The attack vector requires local user interaction, as the victim must open a crafted malicious file. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official remediation or patch information is currently available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running Adobe Premiere Pro, potentially leading to full compromise of the user's environment. The requirement for user interaction limits remote exploitation but does not eliminate risk, especially in targeted attacks involving malicious files.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should exercise caution when opening files from untrusted sources. Monitor Adobe's security advisories for updates and apply patches promptly once available.
CVE-2026-48269: Heap-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-122) in Adobe Premiere
Description
Adobe Premiere Pro contains a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction, specifically opening a malicious file. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.8. No specific affected versions or patches have been disclosed yet.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.8high
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-48269 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability (CWE-122) in Adobe Premiere Pro. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. The attack vector requires local user interaction, as the victim must open a crafted malicious file. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official remediation or patch information is currently available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running Adobe Premiere Pro, potentially leading to full compromise of the user's environment. The requirement for user interaction limits remote exploitation but does not eliminate risk, especially in targeted attacks involving malicious files.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should exercise caution when opening files from untrusted sources. Monitor Adobe's security advisories for updates and apply patches promptly once available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- adobe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-21T15:28:38.132Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a569d1d68715ace43280a7b
Added to database: 07/14/2026, 20:33:33 UTC
Last enriched: 07/21/2026, 22:53:01 UTC
Last updated: 08/25/2026, 22:52:11 UTC
Views: 72
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