CVE-2025-54281: Adobe Framemaker | Use After Free (CWE-416)

Published Oct 14, 2025
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Updated

Adobe Framemaker versions 2020.9, 2022.7 and earlier are affected by a Use After Free 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

4 affected components
Adobe FrameMaker<2020.9, <2022.7
All of the following
Any of the following
Adobe FrameMaker<2020.10
Adobe FrameMaker>=2022<2022.8
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Oct 14, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:21 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-54281?

CVE-2025-54281 has a high severity due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-54281?

To mitigate CVE-2025-54281, update Adobe Framemaker to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What versions of Adobe Framemaker are affected by CVE-2025-54281?

CVE-2025-54281 affects Adobe Framemaker versions 2020.9, 2022.7, and earlier.

4

What kind of attack is associated with CVE-2025-54281?

CVE-2025-54281 is associated with a Use After Free vulnerability requiring user interaction to exploit.

5

What should I do if I encounter CVE-2025-54281?

If you encounter CVE-2025-54281, avoid opening unknown files and ensure your software is up to date.

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