CVE-2012-1537: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Dec 12 2012(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in DirectPlay in DirectX 9.0 through 11.1 in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, Windows 7 Gold and SP1, Windows 8, and Windows Server 2012 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "DirectPlay Heap Overflow Vulnerability."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft DirectX | =10.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft DirectX | =11.0 | |
| Microsoft DirectX | =11.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft DirectX | =9.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft DirectX | =10.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1537?
The severity of CVE-2012-1537 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1537?
You can mitigate CVE-2012-1537 by applying the relevant Microsoft security updates or patches provided for affected DirectX versions.
Which versions of DirectX are affected by CVE-2012-1537?
CVE-2012-1537 affects DirectX versions 9.0, 10.0, 10.1, 11.0, and 11.1.
What operating systems are impacted by CVE-2012-1537?
CVE-2012-1537 impacts multiple Windows operating systems including Windows XP, Vista, Server 2003, and Windows 7.
Can CVE-2012-1537 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-1537 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code.
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