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A stack buffer overflow vulnerability exists in RealNetworks RealPlayer before version 16.0.0.282 and RealPlayer SP 1.0 through 1.1.5. The flaw is due to improper sanitization of URLs when parsing RealMedia files. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by convincing a user to open a specially crafted Microsoft .url file with the vulnerable RealPlayer application, leading to potential arbitrary code execution.
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This repository contains a single Metasploit module targeting a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability (CVE-2012-5691) in RealPlayer versions <=15.0.6.14 on Windows. The exploit works by generating a malicious RealMedia (.rm) file with a specially crafted [InternetShortcut] section and an overlong URL property. When a victim opens this file with a vulnerable version of RealPlayer (via double click or drag-and-drop), the overflow is triggered, allowing execution of arbitrary code (Metasploit payload) with the user's privileges. The module is fully integrated with Metasploit, allowing for customizable payloads and automated file generation. The attack vector is local, requiring user interaction to open the malicious file. The only fingerprintable endpoint is the generated .rm file itself, specifically the [InternetShortcut] section and URL property within the file.
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