CVE-2007-6224: Input Validation
First published: Tue Dec 04 2007(Updated: )
The RealNetworks RealAudioObjects.RealAudio ActiveX control in rmoc3260.dll, as shipped with RealPlayer 11, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (browser crash) via a certain argument to the GetSourceTransport method.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-6224?
CVE-2007-6224 is classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability allowing remote attackers to crash browsers.
How does CVE-2007-6224 exploit RealPlayer?
CVE-2007-6224 exploits the RealAudio ActiveX control via a malformed argument to the GetSourceTransport method.
Which version of RealPlayer is affected by CVE-2007-6224?
CVE-2007-6224 affects RealPlayer version 11.0.
Which operating systems are vulnerable to CVE-2007-6224?
CVE-2007-6224 impacts systems running RealPlayer 11.0 on Windows XP SP2.
How do I mitigate the effects of CVE-2007-6224?
To mitigate CVE-2007-6224, it is recommended to update RealPlayer to the latest version or disable the RealAudio ActiveX control.
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