CVE-2026-47937
Acrobat Reader | Uncontrolled Search Path Element (CWE-427)
Description
Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30365, 26.001.21651 and earlier are affected by an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. An attacker with high privileges could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file. Scope is changed.
INFO
Published Date :
June 9, 2026, 9:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
July 23, 2026, 9:10 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-47937
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 | |||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | 078d4453-3bcd-4900-85e6-15281da43538 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update Adobe Acrobat Reader to version 24.002.30400 or later.
- Apply vendor security patches when available.
- Ensure all instances are updated promptly.
- Educate users about opening untrusted files.
Public PoC/Exploit Available at Github
CVE-2026-47937 has a 1 public
PoC/Exploit available at Github.
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References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-47937.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb26-63.html | Vendor Advisory |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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CVE-2026-47937 vulnerability over time.
Vulnerability history details can be useful for understanding the evolution of a vulnerability, and for identifying the most recent changes that may impact the vulnerability's severity, exploitability, or other characteristics.
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CVE Translated by [email protected]
Jul. 23, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Translation Title: Acrobat Reader de Adobe, Description: Las versiones de Acrobat Reader 24.001.30365, 26.001.21651 y anteriores están afectadas por una vulnerabilidad de Elemento de Ruta de Búsqueda No Controlado que podría resultar en ejecución de código arbitrario en el contexto del usuario actual. La explotación de este problema requiere interacción del usuario, ya que la víctima debe abrir un archivo malicioso. El alcance ha cambiado. -
Modified Analysis by [email protected]
Jun. 29, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H Removed CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H -
CVE Modified by [email protected]
Jun. 23, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Changed Description Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30365, 26.001.21651 and earlier are affected by an Uncontrolled Search Path Element 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. Scope is changed. Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30365, 26.001.21651 and earlier are affected by an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. An attacker with high privileges could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file. Scope is changed. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H Removed CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N -
CVE Modified by [email protected]
Jun. 17, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Affected [{'vendor': 'Adobe', 'product': 'Acrobat Reader', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '0', 'versionType': 'semver', 'lessThanOrEqual': '26.001.21651'}], 'defaultStatus': 'affected'}] -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Jun. 17, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added SSVC {'id': 'CVE-2026-47937', 'role': 'CISA Coordinator', 'options': [{'exploitation': 'none'}, {'automatable': 'no'}, {'technicalImpact': 'total'}], 'version': '2.0.3', 'timestamp': '2026-06-10T03:59:22.570188Z'} -
Initial Analysis by [email protected]
Jun. 12, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CPE Configuration AND OR *cpe:2.3:a:adobe:acrobat_dc:*:*:*:*:continuous:*:*:* versions from (including) 15.008.20082 up to (excluding) 26.001.21662 *cpe:2.3:a:adobe:acrobat_reader_dc:*:*:*:*:continuous:*:*:* versions from (including) 15.008.20082 up to (excluding) 26.001.21662 OR cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* cpe:2.3:o:apple:macos:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* Added CPE Configuration AND OR *cpe:2.3:a:adobe:acrobat:*:*:*:*:classic:*:*:* versions from (including) 24.0.0 up to (excluding) 24.001.30383 OR cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* cpe:2.3:o:apple:macos:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* Added Reference Type Adobe Systems Incorporated: https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb26-63.html Types: Vendor Advisory -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Jun. 09, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Acrobat Reader versions 24.001.30365, 26.001.21651 and earlier are affected by an Uncontrolled Search Path Element 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. Scope is changed. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N Added CWE CWE-427 Added Reference https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb26-63.html