CVE-2025-49530: Illustrator | Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787)
Published Jul 8, 2025
·Updated
Illustrator versions 28.7.6, 29.5.1 and earlier are affected by an out-of-bounds write 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-2025-49530?
CVE-2025-49530 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-49530?
To mitigate CVE-2025-49530, update Adobe Illustrator to version 29.5.2 or later.
3
What versions of Adobe Illustrator are affected by CVE-2025-49530?
Adobe Illustrator versions 28.7.6, 29.5.1 and earlier are affected by CVE-2025-49530.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2025-49530 enable?
CVE-2025-49530 enables an out-of-bounds write attack that could lead to arbitrary code execution.
5
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2025-49530?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2025-49530 requires user interaction to open a malicious file.