CVE-2005-0455
MediumPublic exploitStack-based buffer overflow in the CSmil1Parser::testAttributeFailed function in smlparse.cpp for RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 (6.0.12.1056 and earlier), 10, 8, and RealOne Player V2 and V1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .SMIL file with a large…
Published Feb 24, 2005 · Updated Aug 7, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2005-0455 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 5.1 v2) affecting HelixPlayer (redhat).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including HelixPlayer 1:1.0.3-1.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
5.1
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
54%
Higher than 98.9% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the CSmil1Parser::testAttributeFailed function in smlparse.cpp for RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 (6.0.12.1056 and earlier), 10, 8, and RealOne Player V2 and V1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .SMIL file with a large system-screen-size value.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| HelixPlayerredhat | See advisory | 1:1.0.3-1 |
Patched Releases
HelixPlayer
1:1.0.3-1
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Feb 24, 2005
Last updated
Aug 7, 2024
References
- advisoryRHSA-2005:265
- advisoryRHSA-2005:271
- advisoryRHSA-2005:299
- patchhttp://service.real.com/help/faq/security/050224_player
- patch20050301 RealNetworks RealPlayer .smil Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
FAQ
Common Questions.
Stack-based buffer overflow in the CSmil1Parser::testAttributeFailed function in smlparse.cpp for RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 (6.0.12.1056 and earlier), 10, 8, and RealOne Player V2 and V1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .SMIL file with a large system-screen-size value.
Affected: HelixPlayer (redhat). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including HelixPlayer 1:1.0.3-1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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