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. 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 :
June 12, 2026, 7:23 p.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 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.
Go to the Public Exploits tab to see the list.
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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specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-47937 is
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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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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