CVE-2025-49564: Illustrator | Stack-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-121)
Published Aug 12, 2025
·Updated
Illustrator versions 28.7.8, 29.6.1 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<29.6.1
All of the following
Any of the following
Adobe Illustrator>=28.0<28.7.9
Adobe Illustrator>=29.0<29.7
Any of the following
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Aug 12, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-49564?
CVE-2025-49564 is considered to be a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-49564?
To fix CVE-2025-49564, update Adobe Illustrator to version 29.6.2 or later.
3
What versions of Illustrator are affected by CVE-2025-49564?
Adobe Illustrator versions 28.7.8 and 29.6.1 and earlier are affected by CVE-2025-49564.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-49564?
CVE-2025-49564 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Does exploiting CVE-2025-49564 require user interaction?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2025-49564 requires the user to open a malicious file.