CVE-2011-4257 Code injection in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 24 Nov 2011 Updated 16 Sep 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via crafted channel data in RealPlayer, requiring user interaction to open the malicious content.

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-2011-4257?

CVE-2011-4257 is a critical code injection vulnerability in Realnetworks Realplayer, published on 24 Nov 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 Cook codec in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted channel data.

Weakness: CWE-94

Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-4257?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Realnetworks Realplayer.

How do I fix CVE-2011-4257?

No fix has been published for CVE-2011-4257 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

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Is CVE-2011-4257 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2011-4257 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-v34f-44q8-p2x8.