CVE-2011-4248: Code Injection
Published Nov 24, 2011
·Updated
RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malformed AAC file.
Affected Software
30 affected components
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.0
RealNetworks RealPlayer<=14.0.7
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.4
RealNetworks RealPlayer=4
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.3
RealNetworks RealPlayer=5
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.1
RealNetworks RealPlayer=12.0.0.1444
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.2
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.4
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.3
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.6
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.2.2315
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer=8
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.2.1744
RealNetworks RealPlayer=7
RealNetworks RealPlayer=12.0.0.1548
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.1.3
RealNetworks RealPlayer=10.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer=6
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.1
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11.0.1
RealNetworks RealPlayer=11_build_6.0.14.748
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.2
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.1.609
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.5
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.1.633
RealNetworks RealPlayer=14.0.0
Event History
Nov 24, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2011-4248?
CVE-2011-4248 has a severity rating that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2011-4248?
To fix CVE-2011-4248, update RealPlayer to version 15.0.0 or later.
3
What versions of RealPlayer are affected by CVE-2011-4248?
CVE-2011-4248 affects RealPlayer versions prior to 15.0.0, including versions 4 through 14.0.7.
4
Can CVE-2011-4248 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-4248 can be exploited remotely through a malformed AAC file.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2011-4248 if I can't update?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2011-4248; the best protection is to upgrade to a secure version.