High · published February 10, 2026
⚡ Watch out! A crafty file could lead to an out-of-bounds read in After Effects versions 25.6 and earlier! 🎨 Think of it like a book that has a few pages torn out. If you try to read past the last page, you might stumble into a blank space or worse, other documents that shouldn't be accessed. This vulnerability lets an attacker exploit the gap, opening the door to unintended consequences. If an attacker crafts a malicious file and the unsuspecting user opens it, they could execute code with the same privileges as the user. This could range from stealing sensitive information to taking control of the system, making it a real threat for anyone using these versions of After Effects.
Think of it like a book that has a few pages torn out. If you try to read past the last page, you might stumble into a blank space or worse, other documents that shouldn't be accessed. This vulnerability lets an attacker exploit the gap, opening the door to unintended consequences. This out-of-bounds read vulnerability occurs when After Effects processes a specially crafted file, allowing attackers to read data beyond the allocated memory bounds. This could potentially lead to arbitrary code execution in the current user's context.
If an attacker crafts a malicious file and the unsuspecting user opens it, they could execute code with the same privileges as the user. This could range from stealing sensitive information to taking control of the system, making it a real threat for anyone using these versions of After Effects. Update After Effects to version 25.7 or later to close this vulnerability. Additionally, train users to be cautious when opening files from untrusted sources to further mitigate risks. You've got this! Secure your After Effects installation today and keep those creative juices flowing without fear! 🛡️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| adobe/after_effects | < 25.6.4 | 25.6.4 |