CVE-2012-4987

CVE-2012-4987 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Realnetworks Realplayer with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8. 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

Stack-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer 15.0.5.109 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted ZIP file that triggers incorrect processing of long pathnames by the Watch Folders feature.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-4987?
Stack-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer 15.0.5.109 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted ZIP file that triggers incorrect processing of long pathnames by the Watch Folders feature.
How severe is CVE-2012-4987?
CVE-2012-4987 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2012-4987 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-4987?
CVE-2012-4987 affects Realnetworks Realplayer. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4987?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-4987 published?
CVE-2012-4987 was published on 2012-11-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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