CVE-2026-0538
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Publication date: 2026-02-04

Last updated on: 2026-06-03

Assigner: Autodesk

Description
A maliciously crafted GIF file, when parsed through Autodesk 3ds Max, can force an Out-of-Bounds Write vulnerability. A malicious actor can leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.

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Published
2026-02-04
Last Modified
2026-06-03
Generated
2026-07-06
AI Q&A
2026-02-04
EPSS Evaluated
2026-07-05
NVD
CVE-2026-0538

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Vendor Product Version / Range
autodesk 3ds_max From 2026 (inc) to 2026.3.2 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-787 The product writes data past the end, or before the beginning, of the intended buffer.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability occurs when a maliciously crafted GIF file is parsed by Autodesk 3ds Max, causing an Out-of-Bounds Write. This means that the software writes data outside the boundaries of allocated memory, which can corrupt memory and lead to unexpected behavior.

An attacker can exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current process, potentially gaining control over the affected system.

Impact Analysis

Exploitation of this vulnerability can allow an attacker to run arbitrary code on your system with the privileges of the Autodesk 3ds Max process.

This can lead to unauthorized actions such as installing malware, stealing data, or disrupting system operations.

Since the vulnerability requires user interaction (UI:R), it may be triggered when a user opens or processes a malicious GIF file.

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