CVE-2007-2264 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 31 Oct 2007 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a malicious RAM file with a large size value in the header.

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-2007-2264?

CVE-2007-2264 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 8, 10, 10.1, and possibly 10.5; RealOne Player 1 and 2; and RealPlayer Enterprise allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a RAM (.ra or .ram) file with a large size value in the RA header.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-2264?

It affects 3 products.

Products include Realnetworks Realone Player, Realnetworks Realplayer, Realnetworks Realplayer Enterprise.

How do I fix CVE-2007-2264?

Apply the vendor's patch.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2007-2264 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-2264 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Realnetworks Realplayer vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-vp7h-3q7r-gx68.