Null Pointer Dereference Vulnerability in NVIDIA Linux Distributions
CVE-2021-34405

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Nvidia
Status
Shield Tv
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 January 2022

What is CVE-2021-34405?

The NVIDIA Linux distributions contain a vulnerability in the TrustZone’s TEE_Malloc function that allows for an unchecked return value. This flaw can lead to a null pointer dereference, potentially resulting in a denial of service, affecting system stability and availability.

Affected Version(s)

SHIELD TV All versions prior to SE 9.0

References

https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5259
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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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