CVE-2026-0659 USD File Parsing Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability
Attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening malicious USD files in Autodesk 3ds Max or Arnold.
- 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-2026-0659?
CVE-2026-0659 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 USD file, when loaded or imported into Autodesk Arnold or 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.
Weakness: CWE-787
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-0659?
How do I fix CVE-2026-0659?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-0659 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-2026-0659 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-0659 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-xjpf-mwm5-w4cr.