CVE-2022-42946

Name: CVE-2022-42946
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-12-19T16:15:11.153+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.27%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-42946 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Parsing a maliciously crafted X_B and PRT file can force Autodesk Maya 2023 and 2022 to read beyond allocated buffer. This vulnerability in conjunction with other vulnerabilities could lead to code execution in the context of the current process.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Parsing a maliciously crafted X_B and PRT file can force Autodesk Maya 2023 and 2022 to read beyond allocated buffer. This vulnerability in conjunction with other vulnerabilities could lead to code execution in the context of the current process.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.27%

17.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Autodesk	Maya	2023

References

https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2022-0020Vendor Advisory
https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2022-0020Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 19, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-42946?

How severe is CVE-2022-42946?

CVE-2022-42946 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-42946?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST