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CVE-2026-19568 Autodesk CVE debrief

A maliciously crafted SVG file can cause a Memory Corruption vulnerability in Autodesk 3ds Max, potentially allowing arbitrary code execution. This CVE was published on 2026-08-24T21:16:49.573Z and was last modified on 2026-10-12T15:10:00.207Z. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed. Defenders responsible for 3ds Max systems, particularly those exposed to untrusted SVG files, should assess their exposure and potential impact. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.8 and is considered HIGH severity.

Vendor
Autodesk
Product
3ds Max
CVSS
HIGH 7.8
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-08-24
Original CVE updated
2026-10-12
Advisory published
2026-08-24
Advisory updated
2026-10-12

Who should care

Defenders responsible for 3ds Max systems, particularly those exposed to untrusted SVG files, should assess their exposure and potential impact.

Why it matters

Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure of 3ds Max systems to untrusted SVG files and assess the impact of potential code execution due to the Memory Corruption vulnerability.

  • Potential arbitrary code execution
  • Memory corruption vulnerability
  • Verification of 3ds Max system exposure
  • Remediation priority for affected systems

Technical summary

A maliciously crafted SVG file can cause a Memory Corruption vulnerability in Autodesk 3ds Max. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.8 and is considered HIGH severity. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process, which could lead to a compromise of the system. Autodesk 3ds Max users should verify their exposure to untrusted SVG files and assess the potential impact of code execution.

Defensive priority

Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure of 3ds Max systems to untrusted SVG files and assess the impact of potential code execution.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Verify exposure of 3ds Max systems to untrusted SVG files
  • Assess the impact of potential code execution
  • Review Autodesk's security advisories for 3ds Max
  • Implement compensating controls to limit access to 3ds Max systems

Evidence notes

The CVE record and NVD detail page provide information on the vulnerability, but do not specify which versions are affected or provide remediation guidance.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-19568 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-19568

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

  • CVE-2026-19568 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-19568

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

Supplemental references

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.