CVE-2026-14604
assimp: Assimp: Denial of Service vulnerability in PLY Model Handler
Severity
ModerateRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · July 4, 2026
Updated · July 7, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in Open Asset Import Library (Assimp). This vulnerability, a double free, exists within the PLY Model Handler component. A remote attacker could exploit this flaw by manipulating PLY model files, leading to a denial of service and making the application unavailable.
Statement
A Moderate denial of service flaw was identified in the Open Asset Import Library (Assimp) within the PLY Model Handler. This double free vulnerability can be triggered by processing a specially crafted PLY model file, potentially leading to application unavailability. While remote, exploitation typically requires user interaction to open a malicious file.
CVSS score applicability
The CVSS score(s) listed for this vulnerability do not reflect the associated product's status, and are included for informational purposes to better understand the severity of this vulnerability.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, avoid processing untrusted PLY (Polygon File Format) model files with applications that utilize the Assimp library. Ensure that all PLY files originate from trusted sources to prevent the exploitation of this double free flaw.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 6.5CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
CWE-1341 · Multiple Releases of Same Resource or Handle