CVE-2026-82006: Heap-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-122) in Adobe Photoshop 2026
Description
Adobe Photoshop 2026 contains a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction, specifically opening a malicious file. The vulnerability affects versions up to and including 27.6 and 26.11.6. The issue has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.8.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.8high
Affected software
Adobe
Photoshop 2026
Adobe
Photoshop 2025
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-82006 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Adobe Photoshop 2026. This flaw could enable 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 affects Photoshop versions up to 27.6 and 26.11.6. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to arbitrary code execution with the privileges of the current user, potentially compromising system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. However, exploitation requires that the user open a malicious file, which limits the attack vector to user-initiated actions.
Mitigation Recommendations
No patch or official fix information is provided in the available data. 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.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- adobe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-27T21:20:45.367Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa06790acd9273b49254e37
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 19:52:48 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 02:49:32 UTC
Last updated: 10/22/2026, 13:15:24 UTC
Views: 95
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