NVIDIA Windows GPU Driver Vulnerability Leading to Denial of Service
CVE-2017-6260
6.5MEDIUM
Key Information:
- Vendor
- Nvidia
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 28 July 2017
Summary
The NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver has a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer helper function, resulting from an incorrect calculation of string length. This flaw may lead to a denial of service condition, potentially interrupting users' access and functionality of their graphics systems. This issue emphasizes the importance of maintaining updated drivers to ensure system stability and performance.
Affected Version(s)
NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver All
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved