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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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.