CVE-2026-57094: Microsoft Windows Media Foundation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows Media Foundation allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Other sources
Microsoft Windows Media Foundation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5386Patch KB5099540 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9020Patch KB5099538 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33158Patch KB5099536 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.8875Patch KB5101650 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.7548Patch KB5099539 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7548Patch KB5099539 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9339Patch KB5099535 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.2525Patch KB5101649 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.8875Patch KB5101650
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Which systems are in scope for this issue?
The affected software list includes Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 10 21H2, Windows 10 22H2, Windows 11, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, and Windows Server 2025.
What access does an attacker need to exploit the vulnerability?
The vector is network-based and the attacker does not require privileges or prior authentication. Exploitation requires user interaction.
What is the potential impact of successful exploitation?
A successful exploit can allow code execution. The supplied severity metrics indicate high impacts to confidentiality, integrity, and availability.