Intrusion PreventionMS.Windows.Media.DRM.ActiveX.Control.Overflow
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a memory corruption vulnerability
in Microsoft Windows Media.
It may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the application using the affected ActiveX control. Failed exploit attempts will likely cause the program to crash, resulting in a denial of service condition.
Affected Products
Microsoft Windows Media DRM
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Currently we are not aware of any vendor supplied patch for this issue.
Telemetry
Coverage
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Version Updates
| Date | Version | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-12-02 | 16.972 |
| ID | 26726 |
| Created | May 20, 2011 |
| Updated | Nov 03, 2021 |
| Risk |
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| Default Action | drop |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | Windows |
| Affected App | Other |