CVE-2025-54217: InCopy | Heap-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-122)

Published Aug 12, 2025
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Updated

InCopy versions 20.4, 19.5.4 and earlier are affected by a Heap-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 InCopy>19.5.4<20.4
All of the following
Any of the following
Adobe InCopy<19.5.5
Adobe InCopy>=20.0<20.5
Any of the following
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Aug 12, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-54217?

CVE-2025-54217 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-54217?

To fix CVE-2025-54217, update Adobe InCopy to the latest version or apply the available security patches.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2025-54217?

CVE-2025-54217 affects Adobe InCopy versions 20.4, 19.5.4, and earlier.

4

What can attackers achieve by exploiting CVE-2025-54217?

Exploiting CVE-2025-54217 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the affected user.

5

What action should users take to avoid CVE-2025-54217 exploitation?

Users should avoid opening suspicious or untrusted files in Adobe InCopy to prevent exploitation of CVE-2025-54217.

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