CVE Alert: CVE-2025-54268 – Adobe – Bridge
CVE-2025-54268
Bridge versions 14.1.8, 15.1.1 and earlier are affected by a Heap-based Buffer Overflow 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.
AI Summary Analysis
Risk verdict
High risk due to a heap-based overflow that requires user interaction and could execute arbitrary code in the current user context; patch status should be verified urgently, particularly if KEV or SSVC exploitation indicators are active.
Why this matters
A crafted Bridge file can enable code execution within a user’s session, risking data compromise, asset manipulation, or persistence. In organisations relying on Bridge for asset management, the attacker’s goal would be to gain immediate access under legitimate user credentials, enabling lateral movement or data exfiltration.
Most likely attack path
An attacker delivers a malicious Bridge file via phishing or trusted media; the user opens it, triggering a local heap overflow. No privileges are required beyond the current user, so successful exploitation yields code execution in the user environment and potential escalation depends on the user’s rights and adjacent trust relationships.
Who is most exposed
Design and media teams using Bridge are most at risk, particularly on Windows and macOS endpoints in creative agencies or enterprises where Bridge is deployed for asset workflows and file handling by non-IT staff.
Detection ideas
- Crashes or heap-corruption diagnostics tied to Bridge processes after opening files.
- Unusual child-process or script activity following Bridge file access.
- Unexpected memory fault or sandbox-eviction events during asset import.
- Anomalous file-open or file-type handling events in EDR logs related to Bridge.
Mitigation and prioritisation
- Patch to the latest Bridge version per Adobe advisory; verify all affected builds are updated.
- Apply compensating controls: application whitelisting, sandboxing/isolated environments for Bridge, disable auto-opening of untrusted files, and user prompt hardening.
- Deploy EDR/AV rules to flag memory-corruption signs and Bridge-specific file exploitation patterns.
- Change-management: schedule a phased rollout, test in a staging environment, and inventory endpoints to ensure complete coverage.
- If KEV is true or EPSS ≥ 0.5, treat as priority 1.
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