Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in AOL Desktop 9.6
CVE-2011-10027
Key Information:
- Vendor
Aol Inc.
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 20 August 2025
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What is CVE-2011-10027?
AOL Desktop 9.6 is susceptible to a buffer overflow vulnerability that occurs in the Tool\rich.rct component when processing .rtx files. By exploiting this flaw, an attacker can embed a lengthy string in a hyperlink tag, resulting in a stack-based buffer overflow due to unsafe strcpy operations. Consequently, this can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code when a user opens a specially crafted .rtx file. It is important to note that AOL Desktop is end-of-life and is no longer supported; users are advised to transition to AOL Desktop Gold or consider alternative software solutions.
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Affected Version(s)
AOL Desktop * <= 9.6
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.
References
EPSS Score
19% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.
CVSS V4
Timeline
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Public PoC available
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Exploit known to exist
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved