CVE-2005-0611 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening malicious WAV files in RealPlayer.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2005-0611?
CVE-2005-0611 is a medium-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Realnetworks Realplayer, published on 2 Mar 2005. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Heap-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 (6.0.12.1056 and earlier), 10, 8, and RealOne Player V2 and V1, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via .WAV files.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2005-0611?
It affects 3 products.
Products include Realnetworks Helix Player, Realnetworks Realone Player, Realnetworks Realplayer.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0611?
Upgrade to a fixed version.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2005-0611 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2005-0611 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Realnetworks Realplayer
Sources
Also known as GHSA-9pf5-9p7c-mwgf.