CVE-2011-2953: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 18, 2011
·
Updated

An unspecified ActiveX control in the browser plugin 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 RealPlayer Enterprise 2.0 through 2.1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors, related to an out-of-bounds condition.

Affected Software

24 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 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
RealNetworks RealPlayer=2.1.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer=2.1
RealNetworks RealPlayer=2.1.3
RealNetworks RealPlayer=2.1.2
RealNetworks RealPlayer=2.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=2.1.4

Event History

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

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-2953?

CVE-2011-2953 has a critical severity level due to its potential for arbitrary code execution by remote attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-2953?

To fix CVE-2011-2953, update RealPlayer to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of RealPlayer are affected by CVE-2011-2953?

CVE-2011-2953 affects RealPlayer versions 11.0 through 11.1, 14.0.0 through 14.0.5, RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.5, and RealPlayer Enterprise 2.0 through 2.1.5.

4

Can CVE-2011-2953 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2011-2953 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2011-2953?

Yes, RealNetworks has released updates that contain patches to address CVE-2011-2953, and users should apply these updates immediately.

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