CVE-2013-4973

CVE-2013-4973 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

Stack-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 16.0.3.51, and RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.5, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .rmp file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-4973?
Stack-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer before 16.0.3.51, and RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.5, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .rmp file.
How severe is CVE-2013-4973?
CVE-2013-4973 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2013-4973 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-4973?
CVE-2013-4973 primarily affects Realnetworks Realplayer. In total, 42 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4973?
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-2013-4973 published?
CVE-2013-4973 was published on 2013-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (42)

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