CVE-2026-48275

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Adobe Illustrator Untrusted Search Path Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-07-14

Last updated on: 2026-07-16

Assigner: Adobe Systems Incorporated

Description

Illustrator is affected by an Untrusted Search Path 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. Scope is changed.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-07-14

Last Modified

2026-07-16

Generated

2026-08-04

AI Q&A

2026-07-15

EPSS Evaluated

2026-08-02

NVD

CVE-2026-48275

EUVD

EUVD-2026-44560

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
adobe	illustrator	From 30.0 (inc) to 30.6 (exc)
adobe	illustrator	From 29.0 (inc) to 29.8.9 (exc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-426	The product searches for critical resources using an externally-supplied search path that can point to resources that are not under the product's direct control.

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Executive Summary

Adobe Illustrator has an Untrusted Search Path vulnerability that allows arbitrary code execution when a user opens a malicious file. This requires user interaction and changes the scope of the attack.

Detection Guidance

Detection of this vulnerability requires monitoring for suspicious activity when opening files with Adobe Illustrator. Check for unexpected system changes or unauthorized processes after opening files. No specific commands are provided in the context.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to run malicious code on your system, potentially leading to data theft, system damage, or unauthorized access. It requires you to open a specially crafted file.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or data breaches, which may violate GDPR or HIPAA compliance if sensitive data is exposed. Organizations must address it to maintain regulatory adherence.

Mitigation Strategies

Avoid opening files from untrusted sources. Update Adobe Illustrator to the latest version if a patch is available. Ensure your system has antivirus software running to detect malicious files.

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