What is the severity of CVE-2011-1878?

CVE-2011-1878 is classified as critical due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

How do I fix CVE-2011-1878?

To fix CVE-2011-1878, ensure that all affected Microsoft Windows operating systems are updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.

Which systems are affected by CVE-2011-1878?

CVE-2011-1878 affects multiple systems including Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows Server 2003, and Windows Server 2008.

Can exploitation of CVE-2011-1878 lead to remote attacks?

No, CVE-2011-1878 can only be exploited locally, meaning an attacker needs physical or remote desktop access to the vulnerable system.

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2011-1878?

CVE-2011-1878 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the win32k.sys driver which can lead to arbitrary code execution under elevated privileges.

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CVE-2011-1878

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7/12/2023

CVE-2011-1878: Use After Free

First published: Wed Jul 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 CVEs listed in MS11-054, aka "Win32k Use After Free Vulnerability."

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Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server	=sp2
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2003	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=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-2011-1878?
CVE-2011-1878 is classified as critical due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1878?
To fix CVE-2011-1878, ensure that all affected Microsoft Windows operating systems are updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2011-1878?
CVE-2011-1878 affects multiple systems including Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows Server 2003, and Windows Server 2008.
Can exploitation of CVE-2011-1878 lead to remote attacks?
No, CVE-2011-1878 can only be exploited locally, meaning an attacker needs physical or remote desktop access to the vulnerable system.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2011-1878?
CVE-2011-1878 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the win32k.sys driver which can lead to arbitrary code execution under elevated privileges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2011-1878?
CVE-2011-1878 is classified as critical due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1878?
To fix CVE-2011-1878, ensure that all affected Microsoft Windows operating systems are updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2011-1878?
CVE-2011-1878 affects multiple systems including Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows Server 2003, and Windows Server 2008.
Can exploitation of CVE-2011-1878 lead to remote attacks?
No, CVE-2011-1878 can only be exploited locally, meaning an attacker needs physical or remote desktop access to the vulnerable system.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2011-1878?
CVE-2011-1878 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the win32k.sys driver which can lead to arbitrary code execution under elevated privileges.

CVE-2011-1878: Use After Free

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What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2011-1878?

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