CVE-2026-21320: After Effects | Use After Free (CWE-416)
After Effects versions 25.6 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-21320?
CVE-2026-21320 is a critical vulnerability that allows for arbitrary code execution due to a Use After Free condition in Adobe After Effects.
How do I fix CVE-2026-21320?
To fix CVE-2026-21320, users should upgrade to Adobe After Effects version 25.7 or later.
What versions of Adobe After Effects are affected by CVE-2026-21320?
Adobe After Effects versions 25.6 and earlier are affected by CVE-2026-21320.
What are the risks of exploiting CVE-2026-21320?
Exploitation of CVE-2026-21320 could lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to run malicious code with the privileges of the current user.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2026-21320?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2026-21320 requires user interaction, as the victim must open a specially crafted file.