Adobe patches 51 flaws as Microsoft fixes 398 CVEs in August 2026

THE August 2026 Security Update Review discusses key updates from Adobe and Microsoft. Adobe patched 51 vulnerabilities across five products, including ColdFusion and Campaign Classic, with critical bugs needing immediate attention. Microsoft released 398 CVEs, only one marked as actively exploited. Key vulnerabilities included a Windows DNS Server flaw allowing code execution and several critical vulnerabilities in various components such as Azure and Exchange. The review emphasizes the importance of patching, noting that many bugs are not under active attack. Future updates are anticipated on September 8, 2026.