How severe is CVE-2007-1492?

CVE-2007-1492 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-1492 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 14% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-1492?

CVE-2007-1492 primarily affects Microsoft Windows Xp. In total, 10 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-1492?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2007-1492 published?

CVE-2007-1492 was published on 2007-03-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-1492

CVE-2007-1492 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Xp with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 14% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 14% (96th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Windows Xp
Published: 2007-03-16
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

winmm.dll in Microsoft Windows XP allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a large cch argument value to the mmioRead function, as demonstrated by a crafted WAV file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-1492?: winmm.dll in Microsoft Windows XP allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a large cch argument value to the mmioRead function, as demonstrated by a crafted WAV file.
How severe is CVE-2007-1492?: CVE-2007-1492 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-1492 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 14% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-1492?: CVE-2007-1492 primarily affects Microsoft Windows Xp. In total, 10 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1492?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-1492 published?: CVE-2007-1492 was published on 2007-03-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (10)

cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:gold:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp1:64-bit_2003:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp1:home:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp1:media_center:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp1:professional:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp1:tablet_pc:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp2:home:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp2:media_center:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp2:professional:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp2:tablet_pc:*:*:*:*:*

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