CVE-2011-4257: Code Injection
First published: Thu Nov 24 2011(Updated: )
The Cook codec in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted channel data.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| RealPlayer | <=14.0.7 | |
| RealPlayer | =4 | |
| RealPlayer | =5 | |
| RealPlayer | =6 | |
| RealPlayer | =7 | |
| RealPlayer | =8 | |
| RealPlayer | =10.0 | |
| RealPlayer | =10.5 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.0 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.0.1 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.0.2 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.0.2.1744 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.0.2.2315 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.0.3 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.0.4 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.0.5 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.1 | |
| RealPlayer | =11.1.3 | |
| RealPlayer | =11_build_6.0.14.748 | |
| RealPlayer | =12.0.0.1444 | |
| RealPlayer | =12.0.0.1548 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.0 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.1 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.1.609 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.1.633 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.2 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.3 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.4 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.5 | |
| RealPlayer | =14.0.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-4257?
CVE-2011-4257 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4257?
To fix CVE-2011-4257, users should update their RealPlayer software to version 15.0.0 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2011-4257?
CVE-2011-4257 affects RealPlayer versions prior to 15.0.0, including multiple earlier versions.
Can CVE-2011-4257 affect my computer remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-4257 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on systems running vulnerable versions of RealPlayer remotely.
What is the exploit type for CVE-2011-4257?
CVE-2011-4257 is classified as a code execution vulnerability that exploits the Cook codec in RealPlayer.
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- version/realplayer/11.0.4
- version/realplayer/11.0.5
- version/realplayer/11.1
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