Signature Detail
Short Name |
APP:REAL:PLAYER-AU-FILE-DOS |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
APP |
Keywords |
RealNetworks RealPlayer ".AU" File Handling Denial of Service |
Release Date |
2012/12/07 |
Update Number |
2209 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.1.134269+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
APP: RealNetworks RealPlayer ".AU" File Handling Denial of Service
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability against RealNetworks RealPlayer. A successful attack can result in a denial-of-service condition.
Extended Description
RealPlayer and Helix Player are prone to a denial-of-service vulnerability when handling malformed AU media files. Successfully exploiting this issue allows remote attackers to deny service to legitimate users.
Affected Products
- Real Networks Helix Player for Linux 1.0.6
- Real Networks RealPlayer 10.5-GOLD
- Real Networks RealPlayer 10 for Linux 10.0.8
- Real Networks RealPlayer 10 for Linux 10.0.9
- Real Networks RealPlayer 10 for Linux 10.1.0.3114
References
- BugTraq: 25627
- CVE: CVE-2007-4904