Product:
Windows DirectX
Summary
A null pointer dereference in Windows DirectX allows an authorized attacker to deny service locally. This vulnerability can lead to significant disruptions in service availability. It is classified as having a medium severity level due to its potential impact.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| MEDIUM | 6.5 | CVE-2025-62465 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have local access to the system and can trigger the null pointer dereference condition. This can be achieved by executing specially crafted code that manipulates the DirectX components, leading to a denial of service. The low attack complexity means that it can be executed with minimal effort by an authorized user.
Affected Products
- Windows DirectX: A multimedia framework that allows for high-performance graphics and sound in applications.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should ensure that they apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft. Regularly updating the system and monitoring for any patches related to DirectX can help prevent exploitation of this issue.