CVE-2026-0662 Untrusted Search Path Vulnerability when opening max Files

High 7.8 Published 4 Feb 2026 Updated 26 Feb 2026

Attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening malicious project directories in Autodesk 3ds Max due to untrusted search paths.

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-2026-0662?

CVE-2026-0662 is a high-severity path traversal 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 project directory, when opening a max file in Autodesk 3ds Max, could lead to execution of arbitrary code in the context of the current process due to an Untrusted Search Path being utilized.

Weakness: CWE-426

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-0662?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Autodesk 3ds Max.

How do I fix CVE-2026-0662?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-0662 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and resolve every user-supplied path against an allowed base folder before opening it. More about Path traversal.

Is CVE-2026-0662 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-0662 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-j98v-582h-h35h.