Kernel Mode Layer Vulnerability in NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver
CVE-2016-7390

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Nvidia
Status: Quadro, Nvs, And Geforce (all Versions)
Vendor: CVE Published:; 8 November 2016

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2016-7390?

A vulnerability exists in the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver that affects Quadro, NVS, and GeForce products. This issue arises from the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) where a user-supplied value is improperly validated when used as an index for an internal array in the driver. This flaw could lead to a potential denial of service or, in some cases, escalation of privileges, allowing unauthorized users to gain elevated access to system resources.

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Affected Version(s)

Quadro, NVS, and GeForce (all ) Quadro, NVS, and GeForce (all versions)

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

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CVE-2016-7390 - Proof of Concept