CVE-2011-1426 Code injection in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 18 Apr 2011 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a crafted RNX 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: None listed

What is CVE-2011-1426?

CVE-2011-1426 is a critical code injection vulnerability in Realnetworks Realplayer, published on 18 Apr 2011. 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

The OpenURLInDefaultBrowser method in RealNetworks RealPlayer 11.0 through 11.1 and 14.0.0 through 14.0.2, and RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.5, launches a default handler for the filename specified in the first argument, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .rnx filename corresponding to a crafted RNX file.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-1426?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Realnetworks Realplayer, Realnetworks Realplayer Sp.

How do I fix CVE-2011-1426?

No fix has been published for CVE-2011-1426 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

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Is CVE-2011-1426 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2011-1426 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-g49w-85xj-qf2q.