CVE-2011-4249: Input Validation

Published Nov 24, 2011
·
Updated

Array index error in the RV30 codec in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.

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-2011-4249?

CVE-2011-4249 is classified as a critical vulnerability that allows remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-4249?

To fix CVE-2011-4249, upgrade RealPlayer to version 15.0.0 or later.

3

What versions of RealPlayer are affected by CVE-2011-4249?

CVE-2011-4249 affects RealPlayer versions 4.0 to 14.0.7 and all major versions in between.

4

Can CVE-2011-4249 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2011-4249 can be exploited remotely through unspecified vectors.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2011-4249?

Exploitation of CVE-2011-4249 can lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected system.

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