How severe is CVE-2011-2004?

CVE-2011-2004 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2011-2004 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-2011-2004?

CVE-2011-2004 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-2011-2004?

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-2011-2004 published?

CVE-2011-2004 was published on 2011-11-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2011-2004

CVE-2011-2004 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-20.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 25% (98th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: Microsoft Windows 7
Published: 2011-11-08
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Array index error in win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 and R2 SP1 and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted TrueType font file, aka "TrueType Font Parsing Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-3402.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-2004?: Array index error in win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 and R2 SP1 and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted TrueType font file, aka "TrueType Font Parsing Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-3402.
How severe is CVE-2011-2004?: CVE-2011-2004 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2011-2004 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-2011-2004?: CVE-2011-2004 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-2011-2004?: 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-2011-2004 published?: CVE-2011-2004 was published on 2011-11-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_7:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_7:-:sp1:x64:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_7:-:sp1:x86:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2008:r2:*:itanium:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2008:r2:*:x64:*:*:*:*:*

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