CVE-2011-2951: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 18, 2011
·
Updated

Buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer 11.0 through 11.1 and 14.0.0 through 14.0.5, RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.5, and Mac RealPlayer 12.0.0.1569 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted rawdataframe field in an AAC file.

Affected Software

19 affected components
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.1
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.3
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.1
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.4
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.2
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer SP=1.0.1
RealNetworks RealPlayer SP=1.1.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer SP=1.1.3
RealNetworks RealPlayer=12.0.0.1569
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

Event History

Aug 18, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-2951?

CVE-2011-2951 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to remote code execution if exploited.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-2951?

To fix CVE-2011-2951, update your RealPlayer software to the latest version provided by RealNetworks.

3

What versions of RealPlayer are affected by CVE-2011-2951?

CVE-2011-2951 affects RealPlayer versions 11.0 through 11.1, 14.0.0 through 14.0.5, as well as various versions of RealPlayer SP and Mac RealPlayer.

4

Can CVE-2011-2951 be exploited through media files?

Yes, CVE-2011-2951 can be exploited by sending a crafted AAC file that triggers the buffer overflow.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2011-2951 on user systems?

The impact of CVE-2011-2951 includes potential unauthorized execution of arbitrary code, which could compromise the affected system.

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