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CVE-2011-1236: Use After Free

First published: Wed Apr 13 2011(Updated: )

Use-after-free vulnerability in win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP1 and SP2, Windows Server 2008 Gold, SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that leverages incorrect driver object management, a different vulnerability than other "Vulnerability Type 1" CVEs listed in MS11-034, aka "Win32k Use After Free Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2011-1236?

    CVE-2011-1236 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that can allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2011-1236?

    To fix CVE-2011-1236, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows operating systems.

  • Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2011-1236?

    CVE-2011-1236 affects Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, and various versions of Windows Server 2003 and 2008.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-1236?

    CVE-2011-1236 is a use-after-free vulnerability found in the win32k.sys component of Microsoft Windows.

  • Can CVE-2011-1236 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2011-1236 cannot be exploited remotely and requires local access by the attacker to execute a crafted application.

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