Vulnerability Description
win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows XP SP3 does not properly validate the arguments to functions, which allows local users to read arbitrary data from kernel memory via a crafted application that triggers a NULL pointer dereference, aka "Win32k Incorrect Parameter Validation Allows Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
References
- http://osvdb.org/73791
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45186
- http://support.avaya.com/css/P8/documents/100144947
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48607
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025761
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA11-193A.htmlUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2011/ms11-05
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://osvdb.org/73791
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45186
- http://support.avaya.com/css/P8/documents/100144947
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48607
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025761
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA11-193A.htmlUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2011/ms11-05
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-1886?
CVE-2011-1886 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows XP SP3 does not properly validate the arguments to functions, which allows local users to read arbitrary data from kernel memory via a crafte...
How severe is CVE-2011-1886?
CVE-2011-1886 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-1886?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows Xp.