CVE-2009-4244: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 25, 2010
·
Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10; RealPlayer 10.5 6.0.12.1040 through 6.0.12.1741; RealPlayer 11 11.0.0 through 11.0.4; RealPlayer Enterprise; Mac RealPlayer 10, 10.1, and 11.0; Linux RealPlayer 10; and Helix Player 10.x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an SIPR codec field with a small length value that triggers incorrect memory allocation.

Affected Software

32 affected components
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.1
RealNetworks Helix Player=11.0.1
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0
RealNetworks Helix Player=11.0.0
RealNetworks Helix Player=10.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.1
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.2
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.3
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.4
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer Enterprise
RealNetworks RealPlayer SP=1.0.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer SP=1.0.1
Microsoft Windows
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.1
Apple iOS and macOS
All of the following
Any of the following
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.1
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.2
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.3
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.4
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer Enterprise
RealNetworks RealPlayer SP=1.0.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer SP=1.0.1
Microsoft Windows
Any of the following

Event History

Jan 25, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:30 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-4244?

CVE-2009-4244 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-4244?

To fix CVE-2009-4244, update RealPlayer or Helix Player to the latest version provided by RealNetworks.

3

What platforms are affected by CVE-2009-4244?

CVE-2009-4244 affects RealPlayer 10, 10.5, 11, and Helix Player versions on various platforms including Windows, Linux, and macOS.

4

Can CVE-2009-4244 be exploited through the internet?

Yes, CVE-2009-4244 can be exploited by attackers remotely, potentially compromising the user's system.

5

Is CVE-2009-4244 specific to certain versions of RealPlayer?

Yes, CVE-2009-4244 specifically affects RealPlayer versions 10.0 through 11.0.4, along with Helix Player versions up to 10.x.

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