Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2007-3895 is a remote code execution flaw in Microsoft DirectShow within DirectX 7.0 through 10.0. A crafted WAV or AVI file could trigger a buffer overflow and run attacker-controlled code when processed. This matters mainly for legacy Windows environments that still rely on vulnerable DirectX components. Exposure is most likely on legacy Microsoft systems with vulnerable DirectX 7.0 through 10.0 DirectShow components, especially where users or applications process untrusted WAV or AVI files. Modern, fully patched systems are less likely to be exposed, but the bundle does not confirm unaffected versions. Treat as high priority for legacy Windows estates because it enables code execution from media content. For modern patched environments, the main task is confirming no unsupported or unpatched DirectShow/DirectX systems remain. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft security update MS07-064 where applicable.; Prioritize legacy Windows and DirectX assets for remediation review.; Restrict handling of untrusted WAV and AVI files on vulnerable systems..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- MS07-064CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
- ms-directshow-wav-code-execution(38722)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:4287CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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