CVE-2026-34399: FreeCAD: Arbitrary Code Execution via eval() on untrusted SVG template scale field in BIM TechDraw Page

Published Aug 17, 2026
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Updated

FreeCAD is a free and open-source multiplatform 3D parametric modeler. From 0.19 until 1.1.1, FreeCAD's BIM Workbench contains an eval() call on untrusted data from SVG template files. When a user creates a TechDraw page from a malicious SVG template, arbitrary Python code executes. The vulnerable code is in src/Mod/BIM/bimcommands/BimTDPage.py (line 87). This issue is fixed in version 1.1.1.

Affected Software

1 affected component
FreeCAD FreeCAD>=0.19<1.1.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade FreeCAD to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.1.1

Event History

Aug 17, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:50 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-34399?

The severity of CVE-2026-34399 is rated as high with a score of 7.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-34399?

To fix CVE-2026-34399, update FreeCAD to version 1.1.2 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-34399?

CVE-2026-34399 is an arbitrary code execution vulnerability that occurs via the eval() function on untrusted SVG template files.

4

Which FreeCAD versions are affected by CVE-2026-34399?

FreeCAD versions from 0.19 to 1.1.1 are affected by CVE-2026-34399.

5

What can an attacker do with CVE-2026-34399?

An attacker can execute arbitrary Python code on a user's system by exploiting CVE-2026-34399 through a malicious SVG template.

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