CVE-2006-6847
UnknownEPSS 6.04%
Last modified
CVE-2006-6847 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An ActiveX control in ierpplug.dll for RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Internet Explorer 7 crash) by invoking the RealPlayer.OpenURLInPlayerBrowser method with a long second argument.. EPSS estimates a 6.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An ActiveX control in ierpplug.dll for RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Internet Explorer 7 crash) by invoking the RealPlayer.OpenURLInPlayerBrowser method with a long second argument.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.5 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.5_6.0.12.1016_beta |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.5_6.0.12.1040 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.5_6.0.12.1053 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.5_6.0.12.1056 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.5_6.0.12.1059 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.5_6.0.12.1069 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.5_6.0.12.1235 |
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Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-6847?
An ActiveX control in ierpplug.dll for RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Internet Explorer 7 crash) by invoking the RealPlayer.OpenURLInPlayerBrowser method with a long second argument.
How severe is CVE-2006-6847?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-6847 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6847?
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-2006-6847?
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