Kernel Mode Vulnerability in NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux
CVE-2026-47557

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Nvidia
Status
Geforce
Rtx, Quadro, Nvs
Tesla
Guest Driver
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-47557?

The NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux has a vulnerability within its kernel mode layer that allows an unprivileged user to trigger a NULL pointer dereference. If successfully exploited, this could lead to a denial of service, impacting the stability of the system where the driver is installed. It is crucial for users and administrators to assess their exposure and apply recommended updates or security measures.

Affected Version(s)

GeForce Linux(R580) All driver versions prior to 580.178.04

GeForce Linux(R595) All driver versions prior to 595.91.07

GeForce Linux(R610) All driver versions prior to 610.57.04

References

https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-47557
https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-47557
https://github.com/NVIDIA/product-security/tree/main/2026...

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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