CVE-2016-7389: Input Validation
First published: Tue Nov 08 2016(Updated: )
For the NVIDIA Quadro, NVS, GeForce, and Tesla products, NVIDIA GPU Display Driver on Linux R304 before 304.132, R340 before 340.98, R367 before 367.55, R361_93 before 361.93.03, and R370 before 370.28 contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvidia.ko) handler for mmap() where improper input validation may allow users to gain access to arbitrary physical memory, leading to an escalation of privileges.
Credit: psirt@nvidia.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA GPU kernel driver | =304.79 | |
| NVIDIA GPU kernel driver | =340.52 | |
| NVIDIA GPU kernel driver | =361.91 | |
| NVIDIA GPU kernel driver | =365.19 | |
| NVIDIA GPU kernel driver | =368.81 | |
| Linux Kernel |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7389?
CVE-2016-7389 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its impact on system security and potential exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7389?
To fix CVE-2016-7389, update the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver to the latest version available from NVIDIA.
Which NVIDIA products are affected by CVE-2016-7389?
CVE-2016-7389 affects NVIDIA Quadro, NVS, GeForce, and Tesla products running specific versions of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver.
What is the impact of CVE-2016-7389?
The impact of CVE-2016-7389 includes potential unauthorized access to the system through improper handling in the kernel mode layer.
What versions of NVIDIA GPU Display Driver need to be updated for CVE-2016-7389?
Versions prior to 304.132, 340.98, 367.55, 361.93.03, and 370.28 of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver need to be updated.
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