CVE-2011-4256
UnknownEPSS 4.32%
Last modified
CVE-2011-4256 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The RV30 codec in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.0 and Mac RealPlayer before 12.0.0.1703 does not initialize an unspecified index value, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.. EPSS estimates a 4.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The RV30 codec in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.0 and Mac RealPlayer before 12.0.0.1703 does not initialize an unspecified index value, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | <= 12.0.0.1701 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 7.0 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 8.0 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.0 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.0.0.305 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.0.0.331 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.1 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 12.0.0.1569 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | <= 14.0.7 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 4 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 5 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 6 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 7 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 8 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 10.5 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11.0 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11.0.1 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11.0.2 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11.0.2.1744 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11.0.2.2315 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11.0.3 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11.0.4 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11.0.5 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11.1 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11.1.3 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 11_build_6.0.14.748 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 12.0.0.1444 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 12.0.0.1548 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 14.0.0 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 14.0.1 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 14.0.1.609 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 14.0.1.633 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 14.0.2 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 14.0.3 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 14.0.4 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 14.0.5 |
| Realnetworks | Realplayer | 14.0.6 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-4256?
The RV30 codec in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.0 and Mac RealPlayer before 12.0.0.1703 does not initialize an unspecified index value, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
How severe is CVE-2011-4256?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-4256 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4256?
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.
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