Heap-based Buffer Overflow in Adobe InDesign Desktop
CVE-2026-27286

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Adobe
Status
Indesign Desktop
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 April 2026

What is CVE-2026-27286?

Adobe InDesign Desktop versions 20.5.2, 21.2, and earlier exhibit a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that could allow attackers to access sensitive information stored in memory. This vulnerability necessitates user action, as it requires the opening of a specially crafted malicious file to exploit. Organizations using these affected versions of Adobe InDesign should consider upgrading to mitigate potential security risks.

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:
High
Integrity:
None
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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