CVE-2026-48406: Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) in Adobe Lightroom Classic
Lightroom Classic 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-2026-48406 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe Lightroom Classic. This flaw could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user if a victim opens a specially crafted malicious file. The vulnerability requires user interaction and does not require elevated privileges or network access. The CVSS vector indicates low attack complexity, no privileges required, but user interaction is necessary. Confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts are all rated high.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could result in full compromise of the affected user's environment, including execution of arbitrary code with the user's privileges. This could lead to data theft, system manipulation, or denial of service. However, exploitation requires the user to open a malicious file, limiting the attack vector to social engineering or targeted delivery.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should avoid opening files from untrusted sources and apply standard security precautions. Monitor Adobe's official channels for updates and patches addressing this vulnerability.
CVE-2026-48406: Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) in Adobe Lightroom Classic
Description
Lightroom Classic 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-2026-48406 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe Lightroom Classic. This flaw could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user if a victim opens a specially crafted malicious file. The vulnerability requires user interaction and does not require elevated privileges or network access. The CVSS vector indicates low attack complexity, no privileges required, but user interaction is necessary. Confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts are all rated high.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could result in full compromise of the affected user's environment, including execution of arbitrary code with the user's privileges. This could lead to data theft, system manipulation, or denial of service. However, exploitation requires the user to open a malicious file, limiting the attack vector to social engineering or targeted delivery.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should avoid opening files from untrusted sources and apply standard security precautions. Monitor Adobe's official channels for updates and patches addressing this vulnerability.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- adobe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-21T15:28:38.144Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a7b628dbf8831d5392312c0
Added to database: 08/11/2026, 17:57:33 UTC
Last enriched: 08/11/2026, 18:30:36 UTC
Last updated: 08/12/2026, 01:12:44 UTC
Views: 4
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