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9.3

Autodesk 3ds Max may run malicious code via .max file

CVE-2009-3577 · published 16 years ago
Summary

Versions 6‑9 and 2008‑2010 of Autodesk 3ds Max can be tricked into executing unwanted commands when a specially crafted .max file is opened. This lets an attacker run any program on the computer, potentially stealing data or installing malware. Apply the latest security updates from Autodesk and avoid opening .max files from untrusted sources.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
autodesk 3ds_max 6
7
8
9
2008
2009
2010
cpe:2.3:a:autodesk:3ds_max:6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Autodesk 3D Studio Max (3DSMax) 6 through 9 and 2008 through 2010 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .max file with a MAXScript statement that calls the DOSCommand method, rela...
Autodesk 3D Studio Max (3DSMax) 6 through 9 and 2008 through 2010 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .max file with a MAXScript statement that calls the DOSCommand method, related to "application callbacks."
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
9.3 Critical
Exploitation
5% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-94Code Injection
Timeline
Published24 Nov 2009
Updated3 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2009-3577 · NVD
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