REDHAT-BUG-561309: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Feb 03 2010(Updated: )
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures assigned an identifier <a href="https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2009-4257">CVE-2009-4257</a> to the following vulnerability: Heap-based buffer overflow in smlrender.dll in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10, RealPlayer 10.5 6.0.12.1040 through 6.0.12.1741, RealPlayer 11 11.0.0 through 11.0.4, RealPlayer Enterprise, Mac RealPlayer 10 and 10.1, Linux RealPlayer 10 and 11.0.0, and Helix Player 10.x and 11.0.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an SMIL file with crafted string lengths. References: <a href="http://service.real.com/realplayer/security/01192010_player/en/">http://service.real.com/realplayer/security/01192010_player/en/</a> <a href="http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-10-007/">http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-10-007/</a> <a href="http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/509105/100/0/threaded">http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/509105/100/0/threaded</a> <a href="http://xforce.iss.net/xforce/xfdb/55798">http://xforce.iss.net/xforce/xfdb/55798</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| RealPlayer | >=6.0.12.1040<6.0.12.1741>=11.0.0<11.0.4 | |
| RealPlayer | ||
| RealPlayer | ||
| RealNetworks Helix Player Linux | >=10.x<11.0.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2009-4257
- http://service.real.com/realplayer/security/01192010_player/en/
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-10-007/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/509105/100/0/threaded
- http://xforce.iss.net/xforce/xfdb/55798
- http://lists.helixcommunity.org/pipermail/datatype-cvs/2008-September/008678.html
- https://helixcommunity.org/viewcvs/datatype/smil/common/smlpkt.cpp?view=log#rev1.12
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2010-0094.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=561309
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-561309?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-561309 is considered high due to the heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-561309?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-561309, it is recommended to update RealPlayer to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What versions of RealPlayer are affected by REDHAT-BUG-561309?
REDHAT-BUG-561309 affects RealPlayer versions 6.0.12.1040 through 6.0.12.1741 and versions up to 11.0.4.
Is RealPlayer Enterprise vulnerable to REDHAT-BUG-561309?
Yes, RealPlayer Enterprise is considered vulnerable under REDHAT-BUG-561309 due to its association with affected RealPlayer versions.
What is CVE-2009-4257 related to REDHAT-BUG-561309?
CVE-2009-4257, associated with REDHAT-BUG-561309, highlights the specific heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability found in RealNetworks' software.
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