CVE-2008-0098
CWE-119Published: January 8, 2008· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
Official Description
Buffer overflow in RealPlayer 11 build 6.0.14.748 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors. NOTE: As of 20080103, this disclosure has no actionable information. However, because the VulnDisco Pack author is a reliable researcher, the issue is being assigned a CVE identifier for tracking purposes.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2008-0098 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-119): Buffer overflow vulnerabilities can lead to arbitrary code execution or denial of service by corrupting adjacent memory.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2008-0098 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts