RTSP: RealNetworks Helix Server SETUP Buffer Overflow
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in the RealNetworks Helix Server. A successful attack can lead to a buffer overflow and arbitrary remote code execution within the context of the server.
Extended Description
RealNetworks Helix Server is prone to multiple buffer-overflow vulnerabilities that can allow attackers to execute remote code. Exploiting these issues may allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to affected computers. Failed attempts may cause crashes and deny service to legitimate users of the application. These issues affect versions prior to Helix Server and Helix Mobile Server 11.1.8 and 12.0.1.
Affected Products
Real_networks helix_mobile_server
References
CVE: CVE-2008-5911
Short Name
RTSP:REAL-HELIX-SETUP-BO
Severity
Major
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
Drop
Category
RTSP
Keywords
Buffer CVE-2008-5911 Helix Overflow RealNetworks SETUP Server
Release Date
09/27/2010
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
CVSS Score
10.0