CVE-2009-4244: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-4244: Heap-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10; RealPlayer 10.5 6.0.12.1040 through 6.0.12.1741;...

Heap-based buffer overflow in RealNetworks RealPlayer 10; RealPlayer 10.5 6.0.12.1040 through 6.0.12.1741; RealPlayer 11 11.0.0 through 11.0.4; RealPlayer Enterprise; Mac RealPlayer 10, 10.1, and 11.0; Linux RealPlayer 10; and Helix Player 10.x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an SIPR codec field with a small length value that triggers incorrect memory allocation.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 06:54 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old RealNetworks media-player vulnerability that could let an attacker run code when a vulnerable player processes crafted media using the SIPR codec. Business risk is mainly legacy exposure: systems still running affected RealPlayer, RealPlayer Enterprise, Mac/Linux RealPlayer, or Helix Player versions. Likely limited to legacy endpoints, virtual desktops, media kiosks, or archived workstation images where affected RealNetworks players remain installed. Modern environments without these products are unlikely to be exposed. Prioritize as a legacy software eradication issue. It is high impact if present, but urgency depends on whether affected RealNetworks products still exist in the environment. Mitigation focus: Check RealNetworks advisory for fixed versions and vendor guidance.; Update or remove affected RealPlayer and Helix Player installations.; Retire unsupported legacy media-player software where business use is unclear..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 03:36 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 25, 2010, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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