Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver
CVE-2016-8824

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Nvidia
Status
Windows Gpu Display Driver
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 December 2016

What is CVE-2016-8824?

The NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver is affected by a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) that allows unauthorized users to write to registry areas reserved for privileged users. This improper access control can lead to privilege escalation, enabling a regular user to gain elevated access permissions within the system. Organizations using this driver should ensure prompt updates to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Windows GPU Display Driver All

References

http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4278
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95015
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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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