Uncontrolled Search Path Element Vulnerability in Photoshop Desktop
CVE-2026-76199

8.6HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Adobe
Status
Photoshop 2026
Photoshop 2025
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-76199?

Adobe Photoshop Desktop is vulnerable to an Uncontrolled Search Path Element issue, which allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current user. This security flaw necessitates user interaction; specifically, the victim must open a specially crafted malicious file to trigger the exploit. It's essential for users to be aware of this risk and exercise caution when handling unknown files.

Affected Version(s)

Photoshop 2025 0 <= 26.11.6

Photoshop 2026 0 <= 27.6

Photoshop 2025 26.11.7

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/photoshop/apsb2...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.6
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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