Kernel Mode Layer Vulnerability in NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver
CVE-2016-8819

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Nvidia
Status
Quadro, Nvs, Geforce, Grid And Tesla
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 December 2016

What is CVE-2016-8819?

A vulnerability exists in the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver due to improper handling of user requests to the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys). This flaw allows a handle to a kernel object to be returned to the user space, potentially enabling attackers to execute denial of service attacks or escalate user privileges, compromising system integrity and security.

Affected Version(s)

Quadro, NVS, GeForce, GRID and Tesla All

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95058
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http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4257
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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