CVE-2007-5601

Name: CVE-2007-5601
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2007-10-20T20:17:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 42.37%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2007-5601 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the Database Component in MPAMedia.dll in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 and 11 beta, and earlier versions including 10, RealOne Player, and RealOne Player 2, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain playlist names, as demonstrated via the import method to the IERPCtl ActiveX control in ierpplug.dll.. EPSS estimates a 42.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the Database Component in MPAMedia.dll in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 and 11 beta, and earlier versions including 10, RealOne Player, and RealOne Player 2, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain playlist names, as demonstrated via the import method to the IERPCtl ActiveX control in ierpplug.dll.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

42.37%

98.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Realnetworks	Realplayer	10.0
Realnetworks	Realplayer	10.5
Realnetworks	Realplayer	11_beta

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 20, 2007
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2007-5601?

How severe is CVE-2007-5601?

Severity scoring for CVE-2007-5601 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 42.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5601?

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Source: NVD / NIST