CVE-2011-4261 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via crafted MP4 files in RealPlayer, requiring user interaction to open the file.
- 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-2011-4261?
CVE-2011-4261 is a critical memory corruption 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
RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (heap memory corruption) via crafted video dimensions in an MP4 file.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-4261?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Realnetworks Realplayer.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4261?
No fix has been published for CVE-2011-4261 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2011-4261 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2011-4261 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Realnetworks Realplayer
Sources
Also known as GHSA-q438-hc8r-qpvc.