Kernel Mode Vulnerability in NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver
CVE-2017-6255
7.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Nvidia
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 28 July 2017
What is CVE-2017-6255?
The NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contains a kernel mode vulnerability in the nvlddmkm.sys handler for DxgkDdiEscape. This issue arises from improper handling of input parameters, which can lead to a denial of service and allows for potential escalation of privileges. Systems utilizing affected versions of the NVIDIA driver may be at risk, emphasizing the need for prompt updates and security measures to mitigate these vulnerabilities.

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Affected Version(s)
NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver All
References
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