CVE-2026-79908: Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) in Adobe Adobe Acrobat
Adobe Acrobat contains an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that may allow arbitrary code execution when a user opens a specially crafted malicious file. Exploitation requires user interaction. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.8.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-79908 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability (CWE-787) in Adobe Acrobat Reader. This flaw could enable an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user if the victim opens a maliciously crafted file. The vulnerability requires user interaction to be exploited and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, indicating high severity. No patch or official remediation information is currently available, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution with the privileges of the current user, potentially compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The attack vector requires local access and user interaction, limiting remote exploitation without user involvement.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, users should exercise caution when opening files from untrusted sources and follow Adobe's security recommendations once published.
CVE-2026-79908: Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) in Adobe Adobe Acrobat
Description
Adobe Acrobat contains an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that may allow arbitrary code execution when a user opens a specially crafted malicious file. Exploitation requires user interaction. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.8.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.8high
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-79908 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability (CWE-787) in Adobe Acrobat Reader. This flaw could enable an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user if the victim opens a maliciously crafted file. The vulnerability requires user interaction to be exploited and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, indicating high severity. No patch or official remediation information is currently available, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution with the privileges of the current user, potentially compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The attack vector requires local access and user interaction, limiting remote exploitation without user involvement.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, users should exercise caution when opening files from untrusted sources and follow Adobe's security recommendations once published.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- adobe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-25T14:55:21.139Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6aa07231acd9273b4931f6b2
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 20:38:09 UTC
Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 21:08:27 UTC
Last updated: 09/09/2026, 01:20:55 UTC
Views: 5
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