CVE-2025-27179: InDesign Desktop | NULL Pointer Dereference (CWE-476)
InDesign Desktop versions ID20.1, ID19.5.2 and earlier are affected by a NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerability that could result in an application denial-of-service. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to crash the application, leading to a denial-of-service condition. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-27179?
CVE-2025-27179 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause denial-of-service conditions.
How do I fix CVE-2025-27179?
To remediate CVE-2025-27179, users should update Adobe InDesign Desktop to version 20.2 or later.
Which versions of Adobe InDesign Desktop are affected by CVE-2025-27179?
CVE-2025-27179 affects Adobe InDesign Desktop versions 20.1, 19.5.2 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-27179?
CVE-2025-27179 is a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability that can lead to application crashes.
What can an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2025-27179?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2025-27179 can cause a denial-of-service condition by crashing the application.