CVE-2026-0536 GIF File Parsing Stack Based Buffer Overflow

High 7.8 Published 4 Feb 2026 Updated 26 Feb 2026

A stack-based buffer overflow in Autodesk 3ds Max allows arbitrary code execution via a malicious GIF file.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2026-0536?

CVE-2026-0536 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Autodesk 3ds Max, published on 4 Feb 2026. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official 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.

Weakness: CWE-787

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-0536?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Autodesk 3ds Max.

How do I fix CVE-2026-0536?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-0536 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2026-0536 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-0536 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-263c-cg3f-74f8.