CVE-2026-21303: Adobe Substance3D – Modeler · Out-of-bounds Read
Affects Adobe Substance3D – ModelerSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 5.5 Medium.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 12:29 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.2% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 16% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:NExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 13 Jan 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 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| AdobeSubstance3D - Modeler | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
Beyond generic advice, European organizations should implement strict file handling policies, including sandboxing or opening untrusted files in isolated environments. Employ endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools to monitor for unusual file access or memory anomalies related to Substance3D - Modeler. Conduct user awareness training focused on recognizing malicious files and phishing attempts targeting creative teams. Restrict the use of Substance3D - Modeler to trusted file sources and implement application whitelisting to prevent execution of unauthorized files. Regularly check Adobe’s security advisories for patches or updates and apply them promptly once available. Consider network segmentation to isolate design workstations and limit exposure. For highly sensitive projects, use data loss prevention (DLP) tools to monitor and control data flows from design applications.
Description
Substance3D - Modeler versions 1.22.4 and earlier are affected by an Out-of-bounds Read vulnerability that could lead to memory exposure. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to disclose sensitive information stored in memory. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.