CVE-2026-16463
DXF File Parsing Heap-Based Overflow in Autodesk AutoCAD
Description
A maliciously crafted DXF file, when parsed through Autodesk AutoCAD, can force a Heap-Based Overflow vulnerability. A malicious actor can leverage this vulnerability to cause a crash, read sensitive data, or execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.
INFO
Published Date :
July 29, 2026, 4:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
July 29, 2026, 4:17 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-16463
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 | |||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | 7e40ea87-bc65-4944-9723-dd79dd760601 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | MITRE-CVE |
Solution
- Update Autodesk AutoCAD to the latest version.
- Apply all security patches provided by the vendor.
- Avoid opening untrusted DXF files.
- Review file parsing logic for heap overflows.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-16463.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://www.autodesk.com/products/autodesk-access/overview | |
| https://www.autodesk.com/products/dwg-trueview/overview | |
| https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2026-0009 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
While CVE identifies
specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-16463 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
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approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-16463
weaknesses.
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CVE-2026-16463 vulnerability over time.
Vulnerability history details can be useful for understanding the evolution of a vulnerability, and for identifying the most recent changes that may impact the vulnerability's severity, exploitability, or other characteristics.
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Jul. 29, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Affected [{'cpes': ['cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:autocad:2027:*:*:*:*:*:*:*'], 'vendor': 'Autodesk', 'product': 'AutoCAD', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '2027.0.0', 'lessThan': '2027.1.0', 'versionType': 'semver'}], 'defaultStatus': 'unaffected'}, {'cpes': ['cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:autocad_lt:2027:*:*:*:*:*:*:*'], 'vendor': 'Autodesk', 'product': 'AutoCAD LT', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '2027.0.0', 'lessThan': '2027.1.0', 'versionType': 'semver'}], 'defaultStatus': 'unaffected'}, {'cpes': ['cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:dwg_trueview:2027:*:*:*:*:*:*:*'], 'vendor': 'Autodesk', 'product': 'DWG TrueView', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '2027.0.0', 'lessThan': '2027.1.0', 'versionType': 'semver'}], 'defaultStatus': 'unaffected'}] Added Description A maliciously crafted DXF file, when parsed through Autodesk AutoCAD, can force a Heap-Based Overflow vulnerability. A malicious actor can leverage this vulnerability to cause a crash, read sensitive data, or execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CWE CWE-122 Added Reference https://www.autodesk.com/products/autodesk-access/overview Added Reference https://www.autodesk.com/products/dwg-trueview/overview Added Reference https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2026-0009 -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Jul. 29, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added SSVC {'id': 'CVE-2026-16463', 'role': 'CISA Coordinator', 'options': [{'exploitation': 'none'}, {'automatable': 'no'}, {'technicalImpact': 'total'}], 'version': '2.0.3', 'timestamp': '2026-07-29T15:54:44.931264Z'}