CVE-2003-1117

CVE-2003-1117 is a high-severity vulnerability in Realnetworks Realsystem Proxy with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in RealSystem Server 6.x, 7.x and 8.x, and RealSystem Proxy 8.x, related to URL error handling, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-1117?
Buffer overflow in RealSystem Server 6.x, 7.x and 8.x, and RealSystem Proxy 8.x, related to URL error handling, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2003-1117?
CVE-2003-1117 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-1117 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-1117?
CVE-2003-1117 primarily affects Realnetworks Realsystem Proxy. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1117?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2003-1117 published?
CVE-2003-1117 was published on 2003-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)