SB2023021511 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Windows Media
Published: February 15, 2023 Updated: February 25, 2023
Security Bulletin ID
SB2023021511
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Integer underflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-21802)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to integer underflow when processing color conversion in Windows Media. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted media file, trick the victim into opening it, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.