CVE-2012-2411

CVE-2012-2411 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Realnetworks Realplayer with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. 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

Buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.4.53, and RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.5, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RealJukebox Media file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-2411?
Buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 15.0.4.53, and RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.5, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RealJukebox Media file.
How severe is CVE-2012-2411?
CVE-2012-2411 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2012-2411 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-2411?
CVE-2012-2411 primarily affects Realnetworks Realplayer. In total, 41 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2411?
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-2012-2411 published?
CVE-2012-2411 was published on 2012-05-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (41)

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