CVE-2025-49528: Illustrator | Stack-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-121)
Published Jul 8, 2025
·Updated
Illustrator versions 28.7.6, 29.5.1 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<29.5.1
All of the following
Any of the following
Adobe Illustrator>=28.0<28.7.8
Adobe Illustrator>=29.0<29.6
Any of the following
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Jul 8, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-49528?
CVE-2025-49528 is classified with a medium severity due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-49528?
To fix CVE-2025-49528, update Adobe Illustrator to version 29.5.2 or later.
3
What versions of Adobe Illustrator are affected by CVE-2025-49528?
Adobe Illustrator versions 28.7.6 and 29.5.1 are affected by CVE-2025-49528.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-49528?
CVE-2025-49528 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
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What is required for the exploitation of CVE-2025-49528?
Exploitation of CVE-2025-49528 requires user interaction, as the victim must open a malicious file.