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5.5

RealPlayer can crash when opening malicious QCP file

CVE-2016-9018 · published 10 years ago
Summary

RealPlayer version 18.1.5.705 may stop working if it opens a specially crafted QCP audio file. The problem occurs because the program does not correctly handle a repeated data section, leading to a crash. Update the software or avoid opening unknown QCP files to stay safe.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
realnetworks realplayer 18.1.5.705
cpe:2.3:a:realnetworks:realplayer:18.1.5.705:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Improper handling of a repeating VRAT chunk in qcpfformat.dll allows attackers to cause a Null pointer dereference and crash in RealNetworks RealPlayer 18.1.5.705 through a crafted .QCP media file.
Improper handling of a repeating VRAT chunk in qcpfformat.dll allows attackers to cause a Null pointer dereference and crash in RealNetworks RealPlayer 18.1.5.705 through a crafted .QCP media file.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.5 Medium
Exploitation
8% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-476NULL Pointer Dereference
Timeline
Published28 Oct 2016
Updated15 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2016-9018 · NVD
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