CVE-2013-4973 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a crafted .rmp 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-2013-4973?
CVE-2013-4973 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Realnetworks Realplayer, published on 27 Aug 2013. 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
Stack-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 16.0.3.51, and RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.5, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .rmp file.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-4973?
It affects 2 products.
Products include Realnetworks Realplayer, Realnetworks Realplayer Sp.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4973?
No fix has been published for CVE-2013-4973 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-2013-4973 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2013-4973 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Realnetworks Realplayer
Sources
Also known as GHSA-p9v9-vhj9-cjwx.