# CVE-2026-116003: Adobe Photoshop out-of-bounds write arbitrary code execution

Source: https://junglewise.ai/threats/cve-2026-116003-photoshop-desktop-is-affected-by-an-out-of-bounds-write  
Publisher: Junglewise Threat Intelligence, https://junglewise.ai/threats  
Published: 2026-11-10. Updated: 2026-11-10  
License: CC BY 4.0 with a link back

CVE-2026-116003 · Severity: high · CVSS 7.8 · Published 2026-11-10

Adobe Photoshop is a professional image editing application used by creative professionals worldwide. An out-of-bounds write vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running Photoshop if they trick the user into opening a malicious file. This could lead to complete compromise of the user's system, including theft of creative assets and personal data.

Technologies: [Adobe Photoshop 2025](https://junglewise.ai/threats/technologies/photoshop-2025), [Adobe Photoshop 2026](https://junglewise.ai/threats/technologies/photoshop-2026), [Adobe Photoshop 2027](https://junglewise.ai/threats/technologies/photoshop-2027). Vendors: [Adobe](https://junglewise.ai/threats/vendors/adobe).

## Quick answers

**Is CVE-2026-116003 exploited in the wild?** No. Junglewise Threat Intelligence has no report of CVE-2026-116003 being exploited in the wild.

**How severe is CVE-2026-116003?** High severity, with a CVSS score of 7.8, published 10 November 2026.

**Which products and versions are affected?** Adobe Photoshop 2025 26.11.8 and earlier; Adobe Photoshop 2026 27.11 and earlier; Adobe Photoshop 2027 28.0 and earlier.

**Is there a fix for CVE-2026-116003?** Yes: fixed in Photoshop 2027 28.0, Photoshop 2026 27.11.1. Junglewise finds every place you run it, drafts the upgrade and applies it once you approve.

**How is CVE-2026-116003 attacked?** It is attacked with local access.

**Am I affected by CVE-2026-116003?** Check whether you run Adobe Photoshop 2025, Adobe Photoshop 2026 or Adobe Photoshop 2027 at an affected version. Junglewise does that check for you around the clock: connect your code, cloud and domains, and it matches new vulnerabilities like this one against what you actually run and tells you when one reaches you.

## How to fix

- Fixed in Photoshop 2027 28.0, Photoshop 2026 27.11.1

## Technical details

CVE-2026-116003 is an out-of-bounds write (CWE-787) in Adobe Photoshop that permits arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability requires local attack vector and user interaction—a victim must open a specially crafted malicious file. Successful exploitation grants the attacker code execution in the context of the current user with full system privileges.

## Affected products

- Adobe Photoshop 2027 28.0 and earlier
- Adobe Photoshop 2026 27.11 and earlier
- Adobe Photoshop 2025 26.11.8 and earlier

## Timeline

- 2026-11-10: advisory

## References

- [https://www.adobe.com/trust/security/products/photoshop/apsb26-181.html](https://www.adobe.com/trust/security/products/photoshop/apsb26-181.html)

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