Description
Multiple integer overflows in a Microsoft Windows DirectX MIDI library (QUARTZ.DLL) allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a MIDI (.mid) file with (1) large length for a Text or Copyright string, or (2) a large number of tracks, which leads to a heap-based buffer overflow.
Product(s):
- Microsoft DirectX 5.2
- Microsoft DirectX 6.1
- Microsoft DirectX 7.0
- Microsoft DirectX 7.0a
- Microsoft DirectX 8.1
- Microsoft DirectX 9.0a
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2003-0346, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2003-0346 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.