CVE-2006-6759
First published: Wed Dec 27 2006(Updated: )
A certain ActiveX control in rpau3260.dll in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Internet Explorer crash) by invoking the RealPlayer.Initialize method with certain arguments.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| RealPlayer | =10.5 | |
| =10.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-6759?
CVE-2006-6759 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6759?
To fix CVE-2006-6759, users should update RealPlayer to the latest version provided by RealNetworks.
What software is affected by CVE-2006-6759?
CVE-2006-6759 affects RealPlayer version 10.5.
Can CVE-2006-6759 cause harm to my system?
Yes, CVE-2006-6759 can cause Internet Explorer to crash, leading to a denial of service.
What is the impact of CVE-2006-6759?
The impact of CVE-2006-6759 is that it allows remote attackers to crash Internet Explorer.
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