CVE-2025-27168: Illustrator | Stack-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-121)
Published Mar 11, 2025
·Updated
Illustrator versions 29.2.1, 28.7.4 and earlier are affected by a Stack-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
Affected Software
5 affected components
Adobe Illustrator>=28.0.0<29.2.1
All of the following
Any of the following
Adobe Illustrator>=28.0<28.7.5
Adobe Illustrator>=29.0<29.3
Any of the following
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Mar 11, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-27168?
CVE-2025-27168 has a high severity level due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-27168?
To fix CVE-2025-27168, update Adobe Illustrator to version 29.2.2 or later.
3
Which versions of Adobe Illustrator are affected by CVE-2025-27168?
CVE-2025-27168 affects Adobe Illustrator versions 29.2.1, 28.7.4, and earlier.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-27168?
CVE-2025-27168 is identified as a Stack-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability.
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What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2025-27168?
Exploitation of CVE-2025-27168 could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.