Heap-based Buffer Overflow in InDesign Desktop by Adobe
CVE-2026-27285

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Adobe
Status
Indesign Desktop
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 April 2026

What is CVE-2026-27285?

InDesign Desktop versions 20.5.2, 21.2, and earlier are exposed to a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that may compromise application stability. Attackers can exploit this flaw to crash the application or curtail its functionality by leveraging malicious files. Notably, exploitation necessitates user interaction, as the targeted individual must open a crafted file designed to trigger the overflow.

Affected Version(s)

InDesign Desktop 0 <= 21.2

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/indesign/apsb26...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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