CVE-2017-0309: Integer Overflow

Published Feb 15, 2017
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Updated

All versions of NVIDIA GPU Display Driver contain a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer handler where multiple integer overflows may cause improper memory allocation leading to a denial of service or potential escalation of privileges.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Nvidia GPU driver
FreeBSD FreeBSD
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Oracle Solaris
All of the following
Nvidia GPU driver
Any of the following
FreeBSD FreeBSD
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Oracle Solaris

Event History

Feb 15, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0309?

CVE-2017-0309 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential impact on system stability and privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-0309?

To fix CVE-2017-0309, you should update to the latest version of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver released by NVIDIA.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2017-0309?

CVE-2017-0309 affects all versions of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver regardless of the operating system.

4

What can happen if CVE-2017-0309 is exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2017-0309 can lead to a denial of service or potential escalation of privileges.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-0309?

There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2017-0309 other than applying the recommended software updates from NVIDIA.

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