CVE-2008-3066: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 28, 2008

Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in a certain ActiveX control in rjbdll.dll in RealNetworks RealPlayer Enterprise, RealPlayer 10, and RealPlayer 10.5 before build 6.0.12.1675 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by importing a file into a media library and then deleting this file.

Affected Software

2 affected components

RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0

RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.5

Event History

Jul 28, 2008

CVE Published

via MITRE·05:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·05:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-3066?

CVE-2008-3066 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3066?

To fix CVE-2008-3066, users should update RealPlayer to version 10.5 or later, specifically to build 6.0.12.1675 or newer.

Which versions of RealPlayer are affected by CVE-2008-3066?

CVE-2008-3066 affects RealPlayer versions 10.0 and 10.5 before build 6.0.12.1675.

What type of attack can exploit CVE-2008-3066?

CVE-2008-3066 can be exploited through a stack-based buffer overflow by importing a file into a media library and then deleting it.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-3066 if I cannot update my RealPlayer?

A viable workaround for CVE-2008-3066 includes avoiding the import of untrusted files into the media library.