CVE-2011-1216

CVE-2011-1216 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Ibm Lotus Notes with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. 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-119.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in assr.dll in Autonomy KeyView, as used in IBM Lotus Notes before 8.5.2 FP3, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted tag data in an Applix spreadsheet attachment, aka SPR PRAD8823A7.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-1216?
Stack-based buffer overflow in assr.dll in Autonomy KeyView, as used in IBM Lotus Notes before 8.5.2 FP3, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted tag data in an Applix spreadsheet attachment, aka SPR PRAD8823A7.
How severe is CVE-2011-1216?
CVE-2011-1216 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2011-1216 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-1216?
CVE-2011-1216 primarily affects Ibm Lotus Notes. In total, 106 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1216?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2011-1216 published?
CVE-2011-1216 was published on 2011-05-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (106)

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