Vulnerability 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.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11.0 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer Sp | 1.0.0 |
References
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1025351
- http://service.real.com/realplayer/security/04122011_player/en/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/517470/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/47335
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0979Vendor Advisory
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-122/
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/66728
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1025351
- http://service.real.com/realplayer/security/04122011_player/en/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/517470/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/47335
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0979Vendor Advisory
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-122/
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/66728
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-1426?
CVE-2011-1426 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). 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...
How severe is CVE-2011-1426?
CVE-2011-1426 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-2011-1426?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Realnetworks Realplayer, Realnetworks Realplayer Sp.