CVE-2007-3895 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 12 Dec 2007 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening crafted WAV or AVI files in Microsoft DirectX.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2007-3895?

CVE-2007-3895 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 12 Dec 2007. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Buffer overflow in Microsoft DirectShow in Microsoft DirectX 7.0 through 10.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) WAV or (2) AVI file.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-3895?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Microsoft Directx.

How do I fix CVE-2007-3895?

No fix has been published for CVE-2007-3895 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2007-3895 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-3895 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5qg2-6cq9-52q8.