CVE-2007-5081: Buffer Overflow

Published Oct 31, 2007
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Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer 8, 10, 10.1, and possibly 10.5; RealOne Player 1 and 2; and RealPlayer Enterprise allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RM file.

Affected Software

20 affected components
RealNetworks RealOne Player
RealNetworks RealOne Player=1.0
RealNetworks RealOne Player=2.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=8.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0-10.0.0.305
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0-10.0.0.331
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0-10.0.0.352
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0-10.0.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0-10.0.6
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0-10.0.7
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0-10.0.8
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0-10.0.9
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.1-10.0.0.396
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.1-10.0.0.412
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.5-6.0.12.1040
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.5-6.0.12.1578
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.5-6.0.12.1698
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.5-6.0.12.1741
RealNetworks RealPlayer Enterprise

Event History

Oct 31, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-5081?

CVE-2007-5081 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-5081?

To fix CVE-2007-5081, users should update to the latest version of RealPlayer or RealOne Player that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of RealPlayer are affected by CVE-2007-5081?

CVE-2007-5081 affects RealPlayer versions 8, 10, 10.1, and possibly 10.5, as well as RealOne Player versions 1 and 2.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2007-5081 enable?

CVE-2007-5081 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through crafted RM files.

5

Are there any specific operating systems affected by CVE-2007-5081?

Yes, CVE-2007-5081 affects multiple operating systems including Windows, Mac, and Linux versions of RealPlayer and RealOne Player.

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