CVE-2015-7865: High severity nvidia gpu kernel driver vulnerability

Published Nov 24, 2015
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Updated

nvSCPAPISvr.exe in the Stereoscopic 3D Driver Service in the NVIDIA GPU graphics driver R340 before 341.92, R352 before 354.35, and R358 before 358.87 on Windows does not properly restrict access to the stereosvrpipe named pipe, which allows local users to gain privileges via a commandline in a number 2 command, which is stored in the HKEYLOCALMACHINE explorer Run registry key, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-4784.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Nvidia GPU driver>=340<341.92
Nvidia GPU driver>=352<354.35
Nvidia GPU driver>=358<358.87
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Nov 24, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-7865?

CVE-2015-7865 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-7865?

To fix CVE-2015-7865, update to the latest NVIDIA GPU graphics driver version that is greater than 341.92, 354.35, or 358.87.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2015-7865?

CVE-2015-7865 affects users running the NVIDIA GPU driver versions prior to 341.92, 354.35, or 358.87 on Windows.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-7865?

CVE-2015-7865 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability that occurs due to improper access restrictions.

5

Can CVE-2015-7865 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2015-7865 can only be exploited by local users who have access to the system.

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