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CVE-2026-81981

HIGH · CVSS 7.8 EPSS 0.17% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-09-08 · Last synced 2026-09-17

CyberRota Analysis

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Acrobat Reader is vulnerable to an out-of-bounds write flaw that allows for arbitrary code execution when a user opens a specially crafted file. Successful exploitation necessitates user interaction, making it critical for organizations that utilize Acrobat Reader to prioritize patching this vulnerability to mitigate potential security risks. Users and administrators should be particularly vigilant in environments where Acrobat Reader is widely deployed.

Public Exploit Signal

A public exploit, PoC, GitHub repository or Metasploit reference was detected for this CVE.

Detected Signals
exploit arbitrary code execution code execution

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CVE
CVE-2026-81981
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.8
EPSS
0.17%

Original NVD Description

Acrobat Reader 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.

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