CVE-2026-0660: Autodesk 3ds Max stack buffer overflow in GIF parsing

CVE-2026-0660 · Severity: high · CVSS 8.4 · Published 2026-02-04

Autodesk 3ds Max, a professional 3D modeling and rendering software, is vulnerable to a security flaw when processing specially crafted GIF images. If a user opens a malicious GIF file using the software, an attacker could potentially take control of the application or the underlying computer system. This could lead to the theft of sensitive design data, unauthorized access to corporate files, or a complete disruption of creative operations.

Technologies: Autodesk 3ds Max. Vendors: Autodesk.

Quick answers

Is CVE-2026-0660 exploited in the wild?
No. Junglewise Threat Intelligence has no report of CVE-2026-0660 being exploited in the wild.
How severe is CVE-2026-0660?
High severity, with a CVSS score of 8.4, published 4 February 2026.
Which products and versions are affected?
Autodesk 3ds Max 2026 up to (excluding) 2026.3.2.
Is there a fix for CVE-2026-0660?
A patch was published on 2026-02-06: Fix identified in version 2026.3.2 Junglewise finds every place you run it, drafts the upgrade and applies it once you approve.
How is CVE-2026-0660 attacked?
It is attacked with local access, in a network appliance.
Am I affected by CVE-2026-0660?
Check whether you run Autodesk 3ds Max at an affected version. Junglewise does that check for you around the clock: connect your code, cloud and domains, and it matches new vulnerabilities like this one against what you actually run and tells you when one reaches you.

Technical details

A stack-based buffer overflow (CWE-121) exists in Autodesk 3ds Max during the parsing of GIF image files. The vulnerability is triggered when the application processes a maliciously crafted GIF file, leading to memory corruption. An attacker can exploit this by providing a specially designed file to a user, which, when opened, allows for arbitrary code execution within the context of the 3ds Max process. The issue affects versions of 3ds Max 2026 prior to version 2026.3.2. While the initial assessment suggested user interaction was required, updated metrics indicate a local attack vector with no specific user interaction or privileges required beyond the ability to have the application parse the file.

Affected products

  • Autodesk 3ds Max 2026 up to (excluding) 2026.3.2

Timeline

  • 2026-02-04: disclosed
  • 2026-02-04: advisory
  • 2026-02-06: patched: Fix identified in version 2026.3.2

References

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