CVE-2005-0189

Name: CVE-2005-0189
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2004-10-06T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 6.40%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-0189 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the HandleAction function in RealPlayer 10.5 (6.0.12.1040) and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long ShowPreferences argument.. EPSS estimates a 6.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the HandleAction function in RealPlayer 10.5 (6.0.12.1040) and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long ShowPreferences argument.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

6.40%

92.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Realnetworks	Realone Player	1.0
Realnetworks	Realone Player	2.0
Realnetworks	Realplayer	10.0
Realnetworks	Realplayer	10.0_6.0.12.690
Realnetworks	Realplayer	10.0_beta
Realnetworks	Realplayer	10.5
Realnetworks	Realplayer	10.5_6.0.12.1016_beta
Realnetworks	Realplayer	10.5_6.0.12.1040

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/ntbugtraq/2005-q1/0046.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109707741022291&w=2Third Party Advisory
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110616636318261&w=2Third Party Advisory
http://service.real.com/help/faq/security/040928_player/EN/Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/698390Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12311Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/ntbugtraq/2005-q1/0046.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109707741022291&w=2Third Party Advisory
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110616636318261&w=2Third Party Advisory
http://service.real.com/help/faq/security/040928_player/EN/Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/698390Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12311Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 6, 2004
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-0189?

Stack-based buffer overflow in the HandleAction function in RealPlayer 10.5 (6.0.12.1040) and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long ShowPreferences argument.

How severe is CVE-2005-0189?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0189 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0189?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2005-0189?

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Source: NVD / NIST