CVE-2026-48343: Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) in Adobe Adobe Bridge
Bridge is 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-2026-48343 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability (CWE-787) in Adobe Bridge that may lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Successful exploitation requires the victim to open a crafted malicious file, enabling an attacker to potentially compromise the affected system. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. As of the published date, no vendor-provided patch or official remediation guidance is available.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user who opens the malicious file. This can lead to full compromise of the user's environment, including data theft, system manipulation, or further malware deployment. The requirement for user interaction limits automated exploitation but does not eliminate risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, users should avoid opening files from untrusted or unknown sources in Adobe Bridge. Monitor Adobe's official security advisories for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
CVE-2026-48343: Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) in Adobe Adobe Bridge
Description
Bridge is 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.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.8high
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-48343 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability (CWE-787) in Adobe Bridge that may lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Successful exploitation requires the victim to open a crafted malicious file, enabling an attacker to potentially compromise the affected system. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. As of the published date, no vendor-provided patch or official remediation guidance is available.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user who opens the malicious file. This can lead to full compromise of the user's environment, including data theft, system manipulation, or further malware deployment. The requirement for user interaction limits automated exploitation but does not eliminate risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, users should avoid opening files from untrusted or unknown sources in Adobe Bridge. Monitor Adobe's official security advisories for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- adobe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-21T15:28:38.139Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a56a08568715ace432de58b
Added to database: 07/14/2026, 20:48:05 UTC
Last enriched: 07/21/2026, 23:10:00 UTC
Last updated: 08/28/2026, 11:04:16 UTC
Views: 103
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