Vulnerability Intelligence Report
GIF File Parsing Out-of-Bounds Write
CVE-2026-0538
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.
No Active Exploit Signals
CVSS Base Score
8.4
HIGH
Exploitability:2.6
Impact Score:5.9
EPSS Probability:0.18%
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Attack Surface
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Authentication
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Weaponization
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SSVC Action
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Weaknesses (CWE)
CWE-787 ↗CWE-787 Out-of-bounds Write
Affected Products & Versions
| Vendor | Product | Affected Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Autodesk | 3ds Max | 2026 < 2026.3.2 (affected) |
References & Technical Advisories
No reference links found.
Threat Intelligence Signals
EPSS Score
0.175%
GitHub Advisory
Identity & Timeline
| Status | PUBLISHED |
| Assigning Authority | Autodesk · Vendor · USA |
| Reserved | 2025-12-23T07:18:10 |
| Published | 2026-02-04T16:24:36 |
| Last Updated | 2026-06-03T13:33:18 |
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