CVE-2011-1267

CVE-2011-1267 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 7 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 24% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-399.

Key facts

Description

The SMB server in Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 and SP2, Windows Server 2008 Gold, SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system hang) via a crafted (1) SMBv1 or (2) SMBv2 request, aka "SMB Request Parsing Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-1267?
The SMB server in Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 and SP2, Windows Server 2008 Gold, SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system hang) via a crafted (1) SMBv1 or (2) SMBv2 request, aka "SMB Request Parsing Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2011-1267?
CVE-2011-1267 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2011-1267 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 24% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-1267?
CVE-2011-1267 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 7. In total, 13 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1267?
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-2011-1267 published?
CVE-2011-1267 was published on 2011-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (13)

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