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Adobe fixes PDF zero-day security bug that hackers have exploited for months

Adobe addresses critical PDF security vulnerability.

Adobe has fixed a critical vulnerability in its Acrobat DC and Reader DC applications, which hackers have been exploiting for at least four months. This zero-day vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-34621, enables attackers to remotely install malware by tricking users into opening malicious PDF files. Adobe has urged users to update their software to protect against potential breaches, as the extent of the impact remains unclear.

Key Takeaways

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    The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-34621, has been exploited for over four months.

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    Adobe urges users to update Acrobat DC, Reader DC, and Acrobat 2024 to mitigate risks.

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