CVE-2026-48370: Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) in Adobe Adobe Media Encoder
Adobe Media Encoder contains an out-of-bounds write vulnerability (CWE-787) that could allow arbitrary code execution with the privileges of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction, specifically opening a malicious file. The vulnerability has a high severity with a CVSS score of 7.8. No affected versions or patch information are currently provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-48370 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe Media Encoder that may lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Successful exploitation depends on user interaction, requiring the victim to open a crafted malicious file. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-787. As of the published date, no official remediation or patch has been disclosed, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running Adobe Media Encoder. This could lead to full compromise of the user's environment depending on their privileges. The attack requires user interaction, limiting the attack vector to scenarios where a user opens a malicious file.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a patch or official fix is available, users should exercise caution when opening files from untrusted sources to avoid triggering this vulnerability.
CVE-2026-48370: Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) in Adobe Adobe Media Encoder
Description
Adobe Media Encoder contains an out-of-bounds write vulnerability (CWE-787) that could allow arbitrary code execution with the privileges of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction, specifically opening a malicious file. The vulnerability has a high severity with a CVSS score of 7.8. No affected versions or patch information are currently provided.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.8high
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-48370 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe Media Encoder that may lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Successful exploitation depends on user interaction, requiring the victim to open a crafted malicious file. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-787. As of the published date, no official remediation or patch has been disclosed, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running Adobe Media Encoder. This could lead to full compromise of the user's environment depending on their privileges. The attack requires user interaction, limiting the attack vector to scenarios where a user opens a malicious file.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a patch or official fix is available, users should exercise caution when opening files from untrusted sources to avoid triggering this vulnerability.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- adobe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-21T15:28:38.141Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a569d1f68715ace43280d94
Added to database: 07/14/2026, 20:33:35 UTC
Last enriched: 07/21/2026, 23:21:07 UTC
Last updated: 08/27/2026, 22:52:11 UTC
Views: 81
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