CVE-2010-2996: Code Injection
Published Aug 30, 2010
·Updated
Array index error in RealNetworks RealPlayer 11.0 through 11.1 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malformed header in a RealMedia .IVR file.
Affected Software
3 affected components
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.1
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Aug 30, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
08:00 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2010-2996?
CVE-2010-2996 has a high severity level as it allows remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2010-2996?
To fix CVE-2010-2996, users should update RealPlayer to the latest version provided by RealNetworks.
3
Which versions of RealPlayer are affected by CVE-2010-2996?
CVE-2010-2996 affects RealPlayer versions 11.0 and 11.1 on Windows.
4
Can CVE-2010-2996 be exploited via a file?
Yes, CVE-2010-2996 can be exploited through a malformed header in a RealMedia .IVR file.
5
What type of attack does CVE-2010-2996 enable?
CVE-2010-2996 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.