Integer Overflow Vulnerability in NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux
CVE-2022-42265

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Nvidia
Status
Nvidia Gpu Display Driver For Linux
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 December 2022

What is CVE-2022-42265?

The NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvidia.ko). An integer overflow can occur, potentially enabling attackers to exploit this weakness and either disclose sensitive information or alter data improperly. This flaw underscores the importance of maintaining updated drivers to mitigate risks associated with information disclosure and data integrity.

Affected Version(s)

NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux All versions prior to and including 14.2, 13.4, and 11.9, and all versions prior to the November 2022 release

References

https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5415
https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202310-02
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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