CVE-2009-1537 — Microsoft DirectX NULL Byte Overwrite Vulnerability
2026-05-20 • CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
[event] Microsoft DirectX contains a NULL byte overwrite vulnerability in the QuickTime Movie Parser Filter in quartz.dll in DirectShow which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted QuickTime media file.
> AFFECTED SOFTWARE
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Vendor | Microsoft |
| Product | DirectX |
| CVE ID | CVE-2009-1537 |
| Date Added | 2026-05-20 |
| Due Date | 2026-06-03 |
| Ransomware Campaign | Unknown |
> MITIGATION
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Due Date: 2026-06-03