Product:
Dreamweaver Desktop
Summary
Dreamweaver Desktop versions 21.6 and earlier are affected by an Incorrect Authorization vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to bypass security measures and execute unauthorized code. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 7.8 | CVE-2026-21274 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must create a malicious file that, when opened by the victim using Dreamweaver Desktop, triggers the execution of unauthorized code. This requires the victim to be tricked into opening the file, which can be delivered through various means such as email or file sharing.
Affected Products
- Dreamweaver Desktop versions 21.6 and earlier: These versions are vulnerable to an Incorrect Authorization issue that allows for arbitrary code execution.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should avoid opening files from untrusted sources and ensure they are using the latest version of Dreamweaver Desktop. Adobe may provide patches or updates to address this issue, so keeping software up to date is crucial.