CVE-2026-0659

CVE-2026-0659 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-787.

Key facts

Description

A maliciously crafted USD file, when loaded or imported into Autodesk Arnold or Autodesk 3ds Max, can force an Out-of-Bounds Write vulnerability. A malicious actor can leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-0659?
A maliciously crafted USD file, when loaded or imported into Autodesk Arnold or Autodesk 3ds Max, can force an Out-of-Bounds Write vulnerability. A malicious actor can leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.
How severe is CVE-2026-0659?
CVE-2026-0659 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-0659 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (11th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-0659?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2026-0659 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2026-0659 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-5427.
When was CVE-2026-0659 published?
CVE-2026-0659 was published on 2026-02-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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