CVE-2011-4246

CVE-2011-4246 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Realnetworks Realplayer with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

The AAC codec in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.0 and Mac RealPlayer before 12.0.0.1703 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-4246?
The AAC codec in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.0 and Mac RealPlayer before 12.0.0.1703 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2011-4246?
CVE-2011-4246 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2011-4246 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-4246?
CVE-2011-4246 primarily affects Realnetworks Realplayer. In total, 38 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4246?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2011-4246 published?
CVE-2011-4246 was published on 2011-11-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (38)

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