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_mobile_server

References

BugTraq: 47565

URL: http://www.realnetworks.com/

Short Name
HTTP:STC:ACTIVEX:REAL-IEFRAME
Severity
Major
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
Drop
Category
HTTP
Keywords
ActiveX Networks Real RealPlayer bid:47565 ieframe.dll
Release Date
05/03/2011
Supported Platforms

srx-branch-12.3

srx-19.3

srx-branch-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.2

srx-branch-19.4

vsrx-19.4

mx-12.3

mx-19.4

vmx-19.4

mx-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.4

srx-19.4

vsrx-12.3

vmx-19.3

vsrx-19.2

srx-12.3

Sigpack Version
3336
False Positive
Unknown
Vendors

Real_networks

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