Use After Free Vulnerability in InDesign Desktop by Adobe
CVE-2026-27283

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Adobe
Status
Indesign Desktop
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 April 2026

What is CVE-2026-27283?

InDesign Desktop versions 20.5.2, 21.2, and prior are prone to a Use After Free vulnerability. This flaw may enable arbitrary code execution while operating under the current user's context. Successful exploitation necessitates user interaction, specifically requiring the user to open a maliciously crafted file. It is essential for users to ensure that they are using up-to-date versions to mitigate the associated risks.

Affected Version(s)

InDesign Desktop 0 <= 21.2

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/indesign/apsb26...
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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