CVE-2011-1965

CVE-2011-1965 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 7 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 25% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-399.

Key facts

Description

Tcpip.sys in the TCP/IP stack in Microsoft Windows 7 Gold and SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 and R2 SP1 does not properly implement URL-based QoS, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted URL to a web server, aka "TCP/IP QOS Denial of Service Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-1965?
Tcpip.sys in the TCP/IP stack in Microsoft Windows 7 Gold and SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 and R2 SP1 does not properly implement URL-based QoS, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted URL to a web server, aka "TCP/IP QOS Denial of Service Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2011-1965?
CVE-2011-1965 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2011-1965 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 25% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-1965?
CVE-2011-1965 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 7. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1965?
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-2011-1965 published?
CVE-2011-1965 was published on 2011-08-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

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