How severe is CVE-2011-0291?

CVE-2011-0291 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2011-0291 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2011-0291?

CVE-2011-0291 affects Blackberry Blackberry Tablet Os. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2011-0291?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2011-0291 published?

CVE-2011-0291 was published on 2011-12-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2011-0291

CVE-2011-0291 is a high-severity vulnerability in Blackberry Blackberry Tablet Os with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-200.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (30th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-200
Affected product: Blackberry Blackberry Tablet Os
Published: 2011-12-08
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The BlackBerry PlayBook service on the Research In Motion (RIM) BlackBerry PlayBook tablet with software before 1.0.8.6067 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted configuration file in a backup archive.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-0291?: The BlackBerry PlayBook service on the Research In Motion (RIM) BlackBerry PlayBook tablet with software before 1.0.8.6067 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted configuration file in a backup archive.
How severe is CVE-2011-0291?: CVE-2011-0291 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2011-0291 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-0291?: CVE-2011-0291 affects Blackberry Blackberry Tablet Os. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0291?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2011-0291 published?: CVE-2011-0291 was published on 2011-12-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:blackberry:blackberry_tablet_os:1.0.8.4985:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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