CVE-2026-0536: Autodesk 3ds Max · Out-of-bounds Write
Affects Autodesk 3ds MaxSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.8 High : upgrade to 2026.3.2 soon.
Data as of 25 Oct 2026, 19:02 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.2% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 11% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
- Patch
- Available – fixed in 2026.3.2
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 4 Feb 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 2026-10-25.
What to do
Upgrade Autodesk 3ds Max to 2026.3.2.
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Autodesk3ds Max | Affected
| Fixed in
|
CPE configurations (1)
cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:3ds_max:2026:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
AI-suggested
1. 2. Implement strict file validation and scanning policies for all incoming GIF files before they are opened in 3ds Max, using advanced malware detection tools capable of identifying malformed image files. 3. Restrict the import or opening of GIF files from untrusted or unknown sources within 3ds Max projects. 4. Employ application whitelisting and sandboxing techniques to limit the execution context of 3ds Max, reducing the impact of potential code execution. 5. Educate users about the risks of opening unsolicited or suspicious image files and enforce least privilege principles to minimize exposure. 6. Use endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions to monitor for anomalous behavior indicative of exploitation attempts. 7. Regularly back up critical project files and maintain version control to recover from potential data integrity issues caused by exploitation.
Description
A maliciously crafted GIF file, when parsed through Autodesk 3ds Max, can cause a Stack-Based Buffer Overflow vulnerability. A malicious actor can leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.