CVE-2026-0538

Name: CVE-2026-0538
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-02-04T17:16:12.403+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.4/10EPSS 0.18%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-0538 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.4/10 on the CVSS scale. 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.. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

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.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.4/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.18%

7.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-787

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Autodesk	3ds Max	>= 2026, < 2026.3.2

References

https://www.autodesk.com/products/autodesk-access/overviewProduct
https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2026-0002Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 4, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-0538?

How severe is CVE-2026-0538?

CVE-2026-0538 has a CVSS score of 8.4/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-0538?

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