CVE-2009-4247 describes a stack-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer and Helix Player products, affecting various versions across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms. This vulnerability, stemming from an "array overflow" in the RTSP protocol, allows remote attackers to trigger a denial of service (application crash) or potentially execute arbitrary code. With a CVSS score of 9.3 (critical), it presents a high-risk scenario due to its network-based attack vector, medium attack complexity, and complete impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Despite its severity, there is no evidence of active exploitation, no known public exploit code (Metasploit, Nuclei, ExploitDB), and minimal community discussion or media coverage.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
10.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:realnetworks:realplayer:10.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
10.5CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:realnetworks:realplayer:10.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
11.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:realnetworks:realplayer:11.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
11.0.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:realnetworks:realplayer:11.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
11.0.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:realnetworks:realplayer:11.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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No media coverage found for this CVE.
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