NVIDIA GPU Display Driver Vulnerability Could Lead to Code Execution, Data Tampering

CVE-2024-0117

Summary

A vulnerability exists in the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows, specifically within the user mode layer. This issue allows an unprivileged regular user to trigger an out-of-bounds read, which can potentially be exploited to execute arbitrary code. The implications of this vulnerability include denial of service, escalation of privileges, and risks of information disclosure and data tampering. Organizations using affected versions are advised to update their drivers to mitigate these risks. Detailed information can be found in NVIDIA support resources.

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