CVE-2011-1426
First published: Mon Apr 18 2011(Updated: )
The OpenURLInDefaultBrowser method in RealNetworks RealPlayer 11.0 through 11.1 and 14.0.0 through 14.0.2, and RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.5, launches a default handler for the filename specified in the first argument, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .rnx filename corresponding to a crafted RNX file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| RealPlayer | =11.0 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.1 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.1 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.2 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.0 | |
| RealNetworks RealPlayer SP | =1.0.1 | |
| RealNetworks RealPlayer SP | =1.1.5 | |
| RealNetworks RealPlayer SP | =1.1.3 | |
| RealNetworks RealPlayer SP | =1.0.0 | |
| RealNetworks RealPlayer SP | =1.0.2 | |
| RealNetworks RealPlayer SP | =1.1 | |
| RealNetworks RealPlayer SP | =1.1.2 | |
| RealNetworks RealPlayer SP | =1.1.4 | |
| RealNetworks RealPlayer SP | =1.1.1 | |
| RealNetworks RealPlayer SP | =1.0.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1025351
- http://service.real.com/realplayer/security/04122011_player/en/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/517470/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/47335
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0979
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-122/
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/66728
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1426?
CVE-2011-1426 has a critical severity rating as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1426?
To fix CVE-2011-1426, you should update RealNetworks RealPlayer to the latest version available.
Which versions of RealPlayer are affected by CVE-2011-1426?
CVE-2011-1426 affects RealPlayer versions 11.0 through 11.1 and 14.0.0 through 14.0.2.
What kind of attack does CVE-2011-1426 enable?
CVE-2011-1426 enables remote code execution attacks via malicious .rnx files.
Are RealNetworks RealPlayer SP versions affected by CVE-2011-1426?
Yes, RealNetworks RealPlayer SP versions 1.0 through 1.1.5 are also affected by CVE-2011-1426.
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