Actively exploited
Listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog since May 20, 2026.
CVE-2009-1537
Microsoft DirectX NULL Byte Overwrite Vulnerability
Added to KEV May 20, 2026
Alert details
- Source feed
- CISA KEV
- CVE ID
- CVE-2009-1537
- Affected products
- DirectX · Microsoft DirectX · Microsoft
What happened
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.
What it means for your business
Microsoft DirectX is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (CVE-2009-1537). 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. CISA remediation due date: 2026-06-03. If you need help checking exposure, call (864) 335-9223.
Required action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
CISA due date: June 3, 2026
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