CVE-2026-48389: Stack-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-121) in Adobe Adobe DNG Software Development Kit (SDK)
DNG SDK versions 1.7.1 2536 and earlier are affected by a Stack-based Buffer Overflow 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-2026-48389 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability (CWE-121) affecting Adobe DNG SDK versions up to and including 1.7.1 2536. Successful exploitation requires a user to open a malicious file, potentially allowing arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8, indicating high severity with attack vector local, low attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, and impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or remediation level has been provided by Adobe as of the published date.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution with the privileges of the current user, potentially compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. Exploitation requires user interaction, specifically opening a malicious file. There are no known 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 advisories for updates regarding patches or mitigations.
CVE-2026-48389: Stack-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-121) in Adobe Adobe DNG Software Development Kit (SDK)
Description
DNG SDK versions 1.7.1 2536 and earlier are affected by a Stack-based Buffer Overflow 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
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-48389 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability (CWE-121) affecting Adobe DNG SDK versions up to and including 1.7.1 2536. Successful exploitation requires a user to open a malicious file, potentially allowing arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8, indicating high severity with attack vector local, low attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, and impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or remediation level has been provided by Adobe as of the published date.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution with the privileges of the current user, potentially compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. Exploitation requires user interaction, specifically opening a malicious file. There are no known 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 advisories for updates regarding patches or mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- adobe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-21T15:28:38.143Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a5e6c122a4a8d59898880ab
Added to database: 07/20/2026, 18:42:26 UTC
Last enriched: 07/30/2026, 05:33:17 UTC
Last updated: 09/03/2026, 22:52:12 UTC
Views: 58
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