CVE-2026-47971

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Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Media Encoder

Publication date: 2026-07-14

Last updated on: 2026-07-17

Assigner: Adobe Systems Incorporated

Description

Media Encoder is 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.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-07-14

Last Modified

2026-07-17

Generated

2026-08-04

AI Q&A

2026-07-15

EPSS Evaluated

2026-08-02

NVD

CVE-2026-47971

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
adobe	media_encoder	to 25.6.5 (inc)
adobe	media_encoder	From 26.0 (inc) to 26.2.2 (inc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-121	A stack-based buffer overflow condition is a condition where the buffer being overwritten is allocated on the stack (i.e., is a local variable or, rarely, a parameter to a function).

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Executive Summary

Media Encoder has a stack-based buffer overflow flaw that may allow attackers to run arbitrary code on a victim's system. This requires the victim to open a specially crafted malicious file.

Detection Guidance

Detection requires monitoring for crashes or unusual behavior when opening media files in Adobe Media Encoder. Check for application logs for segmentation faults or buffer overflow errors. No specific commands are provided in the context.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could let attackers take control of your computer, install malware, or steal sensitive data. It requires user interaction, meaning you must open a malicious file for it to work.

Compliance Impact

The vulnerability allows arbitrary code execution via user interaction with a malicious file, which could lead to unauthorized data access or modification. This may violate GDPR's integrity and confidentiality requirements or HIPAA's safeguards for protected health information if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches from Adobe immediately. Avoid opening untrusted media files. Disable automatic file opening in Adobe Media Encoder if possible. Monitor Adobe's security advisories for updates.

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