CVE-2011-1876: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2011-1876: Use-after-free vulnerability in win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3,...

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."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 22:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2011-1876 is a Windows kernel vulnerability that could let someone already able to run a local program gain higher privileges. The business risk is concentrated on old Windows systems that missed Microsoft bulletin MS11-054 or remain unsupported. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Windows XP, Server 2003, Vista, Server 2008, and Windows 7 builds listed in the CVE description, especially systems missing MS11-054-era updates. Treat this as high priority only where legacy Windows remains in service. It is not a remote internet-facing flaw from the provided evidence, but local privilege escalation can turn a foothold into administrative control. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft guidance and updates from MS11-054 where supported.; Inventory affected legacy Windows versions listed in the CVE description.; Retire or isolate unsupported systems that cannot receive vendor updates..

Prepared: Jun 27, 2026, 18:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 13, 2011, 23:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:12866CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
MS11-054CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS

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