Denial of Service Vulnerability in NVIDIA Linux GPU Display Driver
CVE-2017-0318

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Nvidia
Status
Linux Gpu Display Driver
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 February 2017

Summary

The NVIDIA Linux GPU Display Driver features a vulnerability within the kernel mode layer handler, specifically due to inadequate validation of an input parameter. This flaw can potentially lead to a denial of service, affecting system availability. It is crucial for users and administrators to be aware of this issue and apply necessary updates to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Linux GPU Display Driver All

References

http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4398
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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