CVE-2011-2018

Name: CVE-2011-2018
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2011-12-14T00:55:01.277+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.09%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2011-2018 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 does not properly initialize objects, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Exception Handler Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 2.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 does not properly initialize objects, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Exception Handler Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.09%

79.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 7	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows Server 2003	All versions	Sp2
Microsoft	Windows Server 2008	All versions	Sp2
Microsoft	Windows Xp	All versions	Sp2

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 14, 2011
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-2018?

How severe is CVE-2011-2018?

Severity scoring for CVE-2011-2018 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2011-2018?

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