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CVE-2007-5601: Stack-based buffer overflow in the Database Component in MPAMedia.dll in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 and 1...

Stack-based buffer overflow in the Database Component in MPAMedia.dll in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10.5 and 11 beta, and earlier versions including 10, RealOne Player, and RealOne Player 2, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain playlist names, as demonstrated via the import method to the IERPCtl ActiveX control in ierpplug.dll.

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This is a legacy RealPlayer flaw that could let a malicious playlist trigger code execution on a user’s Windows system. Business risk is concentrated in old endpoints where RealPlayer or RealOne Player remains installed, especially with Internet Explorer ActiveX exposure. Likely exposure is limited to legacy Windows endpoints with affected RealNetworks players or the IERPCtl ActiveX control present. Modern fleets are usually unaffected unless old media software, browser plugins, or archived workstation images remain in use. Treat this as a legacy cleanup priority. It is not broadly urgent for modern systems, but any remaining affected endpoint represents remote code execution risk from old media and browser plugin technology. Mitigation focus: Remove affected RealPlayer and RealOne Player installations where business use is absent.; Apply RealNetworks vendor security guidance if affected software must remain.; Disable or block the vulnerable ActiveX control in legacy browser environments..

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