CVE-2011-1169

CVE-2011-1169 describes an array index error within the AudioScience HPI driver (asihpi_hpi_ioctl function) in the Linux kernel versions prior to 2.6.38.1. This flaw allows a local attacker to trigger memory corruption, leading to a denial of service or potentially privilege escalation, by supplying a malformed adapter index value. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.2, indicating high severity due to its local attack vector, low complexity, and potential for complete confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. There is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code (Metasploit, Nuclei, ExploitDB), or significant community discussion or media coverage surrounding this CVE.