Heap-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Adobe InDesign Desktop
CVE-2025-54212

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Adobe
Status
Indesign Desktop
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 August 2025

What is CVE-2025-54212?

Adobe InDesign Desktop versions 20.4, 19.5.4, and earlier are susceptible to a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability. This security flaw can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code, contingent upon the user opening a specially crafted malicious file. Protection is crucial as exploitation requires direct user interaction, exposing users to potential threats.

Affected Version(s)

InDesign Desktop 0 <= 19.5.4

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/indesign/apsb25...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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