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CVE-2011-1971

UnknownEPSS 3.02%

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CVE-2011-1971 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 does not properly parse file metadata, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted file, aka "Windows Kernel Metadata Parsing DOS Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 3.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 does not properly parse file metadata, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted file, aka "Windows Kernel Metadata Parsing DOS Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
3.02%

85.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
MicrosoftWindows 7All versions—
MicrosoftWindows Server 2008All versionsSp2
MicrosoftWindows Server 2008r2—
MicrosoftWindows VistaAll versionsSp2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-1971?
The kernel in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 does not properly parse file metadata, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted file, aka "Windows Kernel Metadata Parsing DOS Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2011-1971?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-1971 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1971?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST