Is CVE-2026-27286 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-27286 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-27286 be exploited remotely?

No. CVE-2026-27286 requires local access to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-27286?

CVE-2026-27286 has a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM).

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MEDIUM

CVE-2026-27286

CWE-122Published: April 14, 2026· Updated: Apr 16, 2026

5.5

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.02%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:5.7th

Official Description

InDesign Desktop versions 20.5.2, 21.2 and earlier are affected by a Heap-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability that could lead to memory exposure. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to disclose sensitive information stored in memory. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-27286 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 5.5.