CVE-2011-1885: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2011-1885: win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows...

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 triggers a NULL pointer dereference, a different vulnerability than other CVEs listed in MS11-054, aka "Win32k Null Pointer De-reference Vulnerability."

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

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2011-1885 is a Windows kernel privilege escalation flaw. A user who can already run a crafted application on an affected legacy Windows system may gain higher privileges. The main business concern is unmanaged or unsupported Windows machines that missed Microsoft bulletin MS11-054. Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows XP, Server 2003, Vista, Server 2008, and Windows 7 systems listed in the CVE that lack the MS11-054 security update. Modern supported Windows versions are not identified in the supplied sources. Prioritize remediation for any remaining affected legacy Windows assets. The vulnerability needs local execution, but successful exploitation could convert limited access into administrative control, increasing the impact of malware or compromised user accounts. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft guidance and updates from MS11-054 where applicable.; Retire or isolate unsupported affected Windows systems.; Restrict local code execution on legacy endpoints and servers..

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:11951CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
MS11-054CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS

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