CVE-2007-2263 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a malicious SWF file 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-2007-2263?
CVE-2007-2263 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Realnetworks Realplayer, published on 31 Oct 2007. 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 10.0, 10.1, and possibly 10.5, RealOne Player, and RealPlayer Enterprise allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an SWF (Flash) file with malformed record headers.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-2263?
It affects 3 products.
Products include Realnetworks Realone Player, Realnetworks Realplayer, Realnetworks Realplayer Enterprise.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2263?
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-2007-2263 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-2263 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Realnetworks Realplayer
Sources
Also known as GHSA-fchj-96vm-p9r2.