Double Free Vulnerability in Open Asset Import Library Assimp's PLY Model Handler
CVE-2026-14604

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Open Asset Import Library

Status
Assimp
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 July 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-14604?

A vulnerability in the Open Asset Import Library Assimp affects the PLY Model Handler's ExportToBlob function. This issue allows for a double free, which can be exploited remotely. The vulnerability could lead to destabilization of applications utilizing the affected component. The Assimp project was notified early on about this issue through an issue report, and the potential exploit has already been made public.

Affected Version(s)

Assimp 6.0.0

Assimp 6.0.1

Assimp 6.0.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-14604 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/376112
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/376112/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-14604
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

TYGLS (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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