CVE-2026-34689
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Path Traversal in Adobe Connect

Publication date: 2026-09-22

Last updated on: 2026-09-22

Assigner: Adobe Systems Incorporated

Description
Adobe Connect is affected by an Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary file system read. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to access sensitive files and directories outside the intended access scope. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction. Scope is changed.

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Published
2026-09-22
Last Modified
2026-09-22
Generated
2026-09-22
AI Q&A
2026-09-22
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-34689
EUVD
EUVD-2026-84785

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adobe connect *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-22 The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.

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Executive Summary

This is a Path Traversal vulnerability in Adobe Connect that allows attackers to read arbitrary files on the server by exploiting improper path restrictions. It does not require user interaction to exploit and has a high impact on confidentiality.

Detection Guidance

Detecting CVE-2026-34689 requires checking Adobe Connect installations for path traversal vulnerabilities. Inspect network traffic for unusual file access patterns or requests containing path traversal sequences like ../ or ..%2f. Review Adobe Connect logs for unauthorized file system access attempts. Ensure Adobe Connect is updated to the latest patched version.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could access sensitive files and directories outside the intended scope, potentially stealing confidential data, configuration files, or other restricted information from the server.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal or sensitive data, violating compliance requirements such as GDPR or HIPAA, which mandate strict protection of personal and health information.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches from Adobe for Adobe Connect immediately. Restrict network access to Adobe Connect servers to trusted sources only. Monitor file system access logs for unusual activity. Disable unnecessary services or features that may expose the application to this vulnerability.

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