CVE-2026-48389
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Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Adobe DNG SDK

Publication date: 2026-07-20

Last updated on: 2026-07-20

Assigner: Adobe Systems Incorporated

Description
DNG SDK versions 1.7.1 2536 and earlier are 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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Published
2026-07-20
Last Modified
2026-07-20
Generated
2026-07-21
AI Q&A
2026-07-20
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-48389
EUVD
EUVD-2026-46062

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Vendor Product Version / Range
adobe dng_sdk to 1.7.1 (exc)

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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

This is a Stack-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in Adobe DNG SDK versions 1.7.1 2536 and earlier. It allows arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction, meaning a victim must open a malicious file to trigger the issue.

Detection Guidance

Since this vulnerability involves a stack-based buffer overflow in Adobe DNG SDK versions 1.7.1 2536 and earlier, detection would require checking the installed version of the DNG SDK on your system. No specific commands are provided in the context to detect this vulnerability directly.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run arbitrary code on your system with the same privileges as your user account. This could lead to data theft, system compromise, or installation of malware. Since it requires opening a malicious file, users should avoid opening files from untrusted sources.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized code execution, potentially exposing sensitive data processed by affected systems. Such breaches may violate GDPR's data protection requirements or HIPAA's safeguards for protected health information, depending on the context of use.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the Adobe DNG SDK to a version later than 1.7.1 2536. Avoid opening untrusted or malicious files, as exploitation requires user interaction. Ensure your system and applications are running with the least privileges necessary.

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