Vulnerability in NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows and Linux

CVE-2026-47600

What is CVE-2026-47600?

The NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for both Windows and Linux is susceptible to a vulnerability that occurs in the kernel mode layer. This vulnerability is triggered when an error-handling path fails to appropriately manage an improperly initialized resource, which could enable attackers to exploit the system. Successful exploitation can result in various severe outcomes, including unauthorized code execution, privilege escalation, denial of service, information disclosure, and potential data manipulation. Organizations using the affected drivers should implement mitigations urgently to protect their systems.

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