CVE-2026-48373: Acrobat Reader | Heap-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-122)

Published Jul 17, 2026
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Updated

Acrobat Reader is 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

1 affected component
Adobe Acrobat Reader

Event History

Jul 17, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-48373?

The severity of CVE-2026-48373 is rated as high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-48373?

To fix CVE-2026-48373, users should update Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version as provided by Adobe.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-48373?

CVE-2026-48373 is classified as a Heap-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability, categorized under CWE-122.

4

What could happen if I am exploited by CVE-2026-48373?

If exploited, CVE-2026-48373 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user.

5

What is required for an attacker to exploit CVE-2026-48373?

An attacker must entice the victim to open a malicious file for the exploitation of CVE-2026-48373 to occur.

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