Signature Detail

HTTP: Real Networks RealPlayer ieframe.dll ActiveX

This signature detects attempts to use unsafe ActiveX controls in RealNetworks RealPlayer ieframe.dll. An attacker can create a malicious Web site containing Web pages with dangerous ActiveX controls, which if accessed by a victim, allows the attacker to gain control of the victim's client browser.

Extended Description

Real Networks RealPlayer is prone to a remote code-execution vulnerability. Successful exploits will allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected application. Failed attacks may cause denial-of-service conditions. RealPlayer 11 is vulnerable; other versions may also be affected.

Affected Products

• Real_networks helix_dna_server 11.1
• Real_networks helix_dna_server 11.1.0
• Real_networks helix_dna_server 11.1.1
• Real_networks helix_dna_server 11.1.2
• Real_networks helix_dna_server 11.1.3
• Real_networks helix_dna_server 11.1.4
• Real_networks helix_mobile_server 11.1.2
• Real_networks helix_mobile_server 11.1.4
• Real_networks helix_mobile_server 11.1.6
• Real_networks helix_mobile_server 11.1.7

References

• BugTraq: 47565
• URL: http://www.realnetworks.com/