Real Networks RealPlayer 'OpenURLInDefaultBrowser()' Function Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID:	47335
Class:	Unknown
CVE:	CVE-2011-1426
Remote:	Yes
Local:	No
Published:	Apr 12 2011 12:00AM
Updated:	Apr 12 2011 12:00AM
Credit:	Peter Vreugdenhil and Andrea Micalizzi
Vulnerable:	Real Networks RealPlayer 14.0.2 633 Real Networks RealPlayer 14.0.2 Real Networks RealPlayer 14.0.1.633 Real Networks RealPlayer 14.0.1.609 Real Networks RealPlayer 14.0.1 Real Networks RealPlayer 14.0.0
Not Vulnerable:	Real Networks RealPlayer 14.0.3

Real Networks RealPlayer 'OpenURLInDefaultBrowser()' Function Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Real Networks RealPlayer is prone to a remote code-execution vulnerability.

Successful exploits will allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected application. Failed attacks may cause denial-of-service conditions.

Versions prior to RealPlayer for Windows 14.0.3 are vulnerable.

Real Networks RealPlayer 'OpenURLInDefaultBrowser()' Function Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Currently we are not aware of any working exploits. If you feel we are in error or if you are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].

Real Networks RealPlayer 'OpenURLInDefaultBrowser()' Function Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references for details.

Real Networks RealPlayer 'OpenURLInDefaultBrowser()' Function Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

References:

• RealNetworks, Inc. Releases Update to Address Security Vulnerabilities. (Real Networks)
  
• RealPlayer Homepage (Real Networks )
  
• RealNetworks RealPlayer OpenURLInDefaultBrowser Remote Code Execution Vulnerabil (Zero Day Initiative)