CVE-2016-7381: Buffer Overflow
For the NVIDIA Quadro, NVS, and GeForce products, NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver R340 before 342.00 and R375 before 375.63 contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgDdiEscape where a user input to index an array is not bounds checked, leading to denial of service or potential escalation of privileges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7381?
CVE-2016-7381 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to potential denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7381?
To fix CVE-2016-7381, update the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver to version 342.00 or later for R340 series and version 375.63 or later for R375 series.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-7381?
CVE-2016-7381 affects NVIDIA Quadro, NVS, and GeForce products with specific versions of the Windows GPU Display Driver.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7381?
CVE-2016-7381 is a kernel mode vulnerability in the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-7381?
The potential impacts of CVE-2016-7381 include system crashes and denial of service due to improper input handling.