CVE-2005-2128

CVE-2005-2128 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Media Player with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 40% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

QUARTZ.DLL in Microsoft Windows Media Player 9 allows remote attackers to write a null byte to arbitrary memory via an AVI file with a crafted strn element with a modified length value.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2128?
QUARTZ.DLL in Microsoft Windows Media Player 9 allows remote attackers to write a null byte to arbitrary memory via an AVI file with a crafted strn element with a modified length value.
How severe is CVE-2005-2128?
CVE-2005-2128 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-2128 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 40% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2128?
CVE-2005-2128 affects Microsoft Windows Media Player. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2128?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-2128 published?
CVE-2005-2128 was published on 2005-10-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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