CVE-2026-17550: DWG or DXF File Parsing Out-of-Bounds Read in Autodesk AutoCAD

Published Jul 29, 2026
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Updated

A maliciously crafted DWG or DXF file, when parsed through Autodesk AutoCAD, can force an Out-of-Bounds Read vulnerability. A malicious actor can leverage this vulnerability to cause a crash or disclose sensitive information.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Autodesk AutoCAD

Event History

Jul 29, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:23 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-17550?

The severity of CVE-2026-17550 is classified as medium with a score of 5.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-17550?

To fix CVE-2026-17550, ensure that your Autodesk AutoCAD software is updated to the latest version provided by Autodesk.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-17550?

CVE-2026-17550 is an Out-of-Bounds Read vulnerability that occurs during the parsing of DWG or DXF files in Autodesk AutoCAD.

4

What could be the impact of CVE-2026-17550?

The impact of CVE-2026-17550 includes potential crashes of the application and the possibility of disclosing sensitive information.

5

Who is affected by CVE-2026-17550?

Users of Autodesk AutoCAD who open maliciously crafted DWG or DXF files are affected by CVE-2026-17550.

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