CVE-2026-97312: Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) in Adobe Photoshop
Description
Adobe Photoshop Desktop 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 affects versions up to and including 27.10 and 26.11.7. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.8, indicating high severity.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.8high
Affected software
Adobe
Photoshop
Adobe
Photoshop
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-97312 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe Photoshop Desktop that can lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Successful exploitation requires a victim to open a crafted malicious file, which triggers the vulnerability. The flaw affects Photoshop versions up to 27.10 and 26.11.7 inclusive. The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates the attack requires local access with low complexity, no privileges, user interaction, and results in high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code with the same privileges as the current user, potentially leading to full compromise of the user's environment. The requirement for user interaction (opening a malicious file) limits the attack vector to social engineering or delivery of malicious files. 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 avoid opening files from untrusted sources and apply standard security best practices to limit exposure.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- adobe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-09-24T11:07:19.200Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ace99992cdf04f656ad12dc
Added to database: 10/13/2026, 20:50:33 UTC
Last enriched: 10/13/2026, 21:03:12 UTC
Last updated: 10/13/2026, 23:48:24 UTC
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