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CVE-2009-1537

Microsoft DirectX NULL Byte Overwrite Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft DirectX contains a NULL byte overwrite vulnerability in the QuickTime Movie Parser Filter in quartz.dll in DirectShow which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted QuickTime media file.

Recommended action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

CISA remediation due date for U.S. federal agencies: 3 Jun 2026.

Collected automatically from public sources. Verify affected versions and fixes in the vendor's notice before acting.