How severe is CVE-2019-7962?

CVE-2019-7962 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2019-7962 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (51st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2019-7962?

CVE-2019-7962 affects Adobe Illustrator Cc. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2019-7962?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2019-7962 published?

CVE-2019-7962 was published on 2019-11-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2019-7962

CVE-2019-7962 is a high-severity vulnerability in Adobe Illustrator Cc with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-427.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 4.4
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (51st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-427
Affected product: Adobe Illustrator Cc
Published: 2019-11-14
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Adobe Illustrator CC versions 23.1 and earlier have an insecure library loading (dll hijacking) vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-7962?: Adobe Illustrator CC versions 23.1 and earlier have an insecure library loading (dll hijacking) vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.
How severe is CVE-2019-7962?: CVE-2019-7962 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2019-7962 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (51st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-7962?: CVE-2019-7962 affects Adobe Illustrator Cc. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-7962?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2019-7962 published?: CVE-2019-7962 was published on 2019-11-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/illustrator/apsb19-36.html

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:adobe:illustrator_cc:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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