CVE-2010-2579: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2010-2579: The cook codec in RealNetworks RealPlayer 11.0 through 11.1, RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.4, RealPlayer En...

The cook codec in RealNetworks RealPlayer 11.0 through 11.1, RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.4, RealPlayer Enterprise 2.1.2, Mac RealPlayer 11.0 through 11.1, and Linux RealPlayer 11.0.2.1744 does not properly initialize the number of channels, which allows attackers to obtain unspecified "memory access" via unknown vectors.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 02:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2010-2579 is a legacy RealPlayer codec flaw. The listed RealPlayer versions mishandle channel initialization in the cook codec, which could allow unspecified memory access. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, CWE, attack vector detail, or confirmed exploit activity, so urgency depends on whether these old RealPlayer builds still exist in the environment. Exposure is most likely on endpoints or legacy systems where the affected RealPlayer versions remain installed and can process RealMedia content. Server exposure is not indicated by the provided sources. Treat this as a legacy-software hygiene issue unless affected RealPlayer installations are found. If present on managed endpoints, prioritize removal or vendor-guided update because the impact is memory access but source detail is incomplete. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for the affected RealPlayer versions named in the CVE description.; Review the RealNetworks advisory for vendor-approved update or remediation guidance.; Remove affected RealPlayer installations where there is no business requirement..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 01:17 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 14, 2010, 15:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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