CVE-2026-48279: Acrobat for Edge | Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787)
Published Oct 20, 2026
·Updated
Acrobat for Edge 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.
Other sources
Rejected reason: this CVE was issued in error.
— NVD
Affected Software
1 affected component
Adobe Acrobat for Edge
Event History
Oct 20, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:17 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What must an attacker do to exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker must persuade a victim to open a malicious file. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable and requires no privileges, but user interaction is required.
2
What level of access could successful exploitation provide?
Successful exploitation could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. The impact includes potential compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.