CVE-2026-48274: After Effects | Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787)

Published Jul 14, 2026
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Updated

After Effects is 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

3 affected components
Adobe After Effects
Adobe After Effects<=25.6.5
Adobe After Effects>=26.0<=26.2.1

Event History

Jul 14, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:07 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-48274?

CVE-2026-48274 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.

2

How does CVE-2026-48274 affect Adobe After Effects?

CVE-2026-48274 affects Adobe After Effects by allowing an out-of-bounds write that could lead to arbitrary code execution.

3

What are the conditions required for exploiting CVE-2026-48274?

Exploitation of CVE-2026-48274 requires user interaction, specifically that the victim must open a malicious file.

4

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2026-48274?

The potential consequences of CVE-2026-48274 include arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

5

How can users mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2026-48274?

Users can mitigate the risks of CVE-2026-48274 by avoiding opening suspicious files and keeping Adobe After Effects updated.

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