CVE-2010-4375: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 14, 2010
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Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer 11.0 through 11.1, Mac RealPlayer 11.0 through 11.1, Linux RealPlayer 11.0.2.1744, and possibly HelixPlayer 1.0.6 and other versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via malformed multi-rate data in an audio stream.

Affected Software

10 affected components
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.4
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.2
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.3
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.1
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.1
Apple iOS and macOS
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.2.1744
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Dec 14, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-4375?

CVE-2010-4375 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-4375?

To fix CVE-2010-4375, upgrade RealPlayer to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of RealPlayer are affected by CVE-2010-4375?

CVE-2010-4375 affects RealPlayer versions 11.0 through 11.1 and specific builds up to version 11.0.2.1744.

4

Can CVE-2010-4375 affect other RealNetworks products?

Yes, CVE-2010-4375 may potentially affect HelixPlayer 1.0.6 and other versions.

5

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2010-4375?

CVE-2010-4375 can be exploited via malformed multi-rate data in an audio stream, allowing for arbitrary code execution.

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