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CVE-2026-83965 Adobe CVE debrief

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Adobe Substance 3D Sampler could allow for arbitrary code execution if a user opens a malicious file. This issue requires user interaction, and the vulnerability is triggered when a user opens a malicious 3D model file. The vulnerability could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Users should be cautious when handling 3D models from untrusted sources to mitigate this vulnerability. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score of 7.8, indicating high severity.

Vendor
Adobe
Product
Substance 3D Sampler
CVSS
HIGH 7.8
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-10-13
Original CVE updated
2026-10-14
Advisory published
2026-10-13
Advisory updated
2026-10-14

Who should care

Users of Adobe Substance 3D Sampler, especially those handling 3D models from untrusted sources, should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to mitigate it. This includes updating to version 6.0.4 or later and being cautious when opening 3D model files from untrusted sources. The vulnerability could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user, highlighting the need for caution when handling 3D models from untrusted The 3

Why it matters

This vulnerability in Adobe Substance 3D Sampler could allow for arbitrary code execution if a user opens a malicious file, highlighting the need for caution when handling 3D models from untrusted sources.

  • Potential for arbitrary code execution if a user opens a malicious file
  • Requires user interaction to open a malicious file
  • High CVSS score of 7.8 indicates high severity

Technical summary

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Adobe Substance 3D Sampler. The vulnerability is triggered when a user opens a malicious 3D model file, potentially allowing for arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. The vulnerability requires user interaction to open a malicious file. The CVSS score of 7.8 indicates high severity. There is no information on public exploitation or specific attacks. The vendor advisory provides information on the vulnerability and patch. Users should be cautious when handling 3D models from untrusted sources to mitigate this vulnerability.

Defensive priority

High priority for users of Adobe Substance 3D Sampler, especially those handling 3D models from untrusted sources.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Update Adobe Substance 3D Sampler to version 6.0.4 or later
  • Be cautious when opening 3D model files from untrusted sources
  • Monitor for any suspicious activity related to Adobe Substance 3D Sampler
  • Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
  • Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review
  • Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented
  • Confirm whether affected product deployments exist in managed environments and assign an owner for follow-up

Evidence notes

The CVE record and vendor advisory provide details on the vulnerability. However, details on exploitation are limited. There is no information on public exploitation or specific attacks. The CVE record was published on 2026-10-13T20:31:38.437Z and has not been modified since then. The vendor advisory provides information on the vulnerability and patch.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-83965 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-83965

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2026-83965 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-83965

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Supplemental references

  • Substance3D - Sampler | Stack-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-121)

    Unverified legacy reference

    URL: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2026/83xxx/CVE-2026-83965.json

    cve_program_cvelist_v5

  • Source reference

    Unverified legacy reference

    URL: https://www.adobe.com/trust/security/products/substance3d-sampler/apsb26-159.html

    Supplemental source - vendor-advisory

Methodology and review provenance

AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.