Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Database Component in MPAMedia.dll in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 and 11 beta, and earlier versions including 10, RealOne Player, and RealOne Player 2, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain playlist names, as demonstrated via the import method to the IERPCtl ActiveX control in ierpplug.dll.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27248Vendor Advisory
- http://service.real.com/realplayer/security/191007_player/en/
- http://www.infosecblog.org/2007/10/nasa-bans-ie.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/871673US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26130
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018843
- http://www.symantec.com/enterprise/security_response/weblog/2007/10/realplayer_e
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-297A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3548Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/37280
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27248Vendor Advisory
- http://service.real.com/realplayer/security/191007_player/en/
- http://www.infosecblog.org/2007/10/nasa-bans-ie.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/871673US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26130
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-5601?
CVE-2007-5601 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the Database Component in MPAMedia.dll in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 and 11 beta, and earlier versions including 10, RealOne Player, and RealOne Player 2, allows remot...
How severe is CVE-2007-5601?
CVE-2007-5601 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-5601?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Realnetworks Realplayer.