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CVE-2026-75992 Adobe CVE debrief
CVE-2026-75992 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe Illustrator that could result in arbitrary code execution. This CVE was published on 2026-09-08T20:18:23.373Z and was last modified on 2026-09-18T14:18:36.687Z. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed. The vulnerability affects Adobe Illustrator versions 29.0 to 29.8.11 and 30.0 to 30.8. User interaction is required to exploit the vulnerability, specifically opening a malicious file. Defenders responsible for Adobe Illustrator installations should assess exposure and apply patches to prevent potential exploitation.
- Vendor
- Adobe
- Product
- Illustrator
- CVSS
- HIGH 7.8
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-09-08
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-09-18
- Advisory published
- 2026-09-08
- Advisory updated
- 2026-09-18
Who should care
Defenders responsible for Adobe Illustrator installations, particularly those in creative and design teams, should assess exposure and apply patches to prevent potential exploitation.
Why it matters
CVE-2026-75992 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe Illustrator that could result in arbitrary code execution. Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure and applying patches for Adobe Illustrator versions 29.0 to 29.8.11 and 30.0 to 30.8. User interaction is required to exploit the vulnerability.
- Potential arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user
- Requires user interaction to open a malicious file
- Verify and apply patches for Adobe Illustrator versions 29.0 to 29.8.11 and 30.0 to 30.8
Technical summary
The vulnerability is an out-of-bounds write issue in Adobe Illustrator that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction, specifically opening a malicious file. The affected product deployments exist in managed environments and an owner should be assigned for follow-up. Review the supplied official advisory or CVE record to validate affected scope, severity, and vendor guidance. Plan vendor-supported updates or mitigations through normal change control where exposure is confirmed. Reviewing of
Defensive priority
Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure and applying patches for Adobe Illustrator versions 29.0 to 29.8.11 and 30.0 to 30.8.
Recommended defensive actions
- Verify and apply Adobe Illustrator patches for versions 29.0 to 29.8.11 and 30.0 to 30.8
- Inventory Adobe Illustrator installations to identify potential exposure
- Monitor for malicious file attempts to interact with Adobe Illustrator
Evidence notes
The CVE record and NVD detail page provide information on the vulnerability, but user interaction is required to exploit it. The vendor advisory from Adobe provides additional context.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-75992 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-75992
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-75992 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-75992
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/illustrator/apsb26-131.html
[email protected] - Vendor Advisory
Methodology and review provenance
AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.