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.

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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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