CVE-2017-0314: Buffer Overflow

Published Feb 15, 2017
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Updated

All versions of NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contain a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) implementation of the SubmitCommandVirtual DDI (DxgkDdiSubmitCommandVirtual) where untrusted input is used to reference memory outside of the intended boundary of the buffer leading to denial of service or escalation of privileges.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Nvidia GPU driver
Microsoft Windows
All of the following
Nvidia GPU driver
Microsoft Windows

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-2017-0314?

CVE-2017-0314 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to lead to memory corruption and possible escalation of privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-0314?

To mitigate CVE-2017-0314, update your NVIDIA GPU Display Driver to the latest version available from NVIDIA's official website.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2017-0314?

All versions of the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver are affected by CVE-2017-0314.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0314?

CVE-2017-0314 is a memory corruption vulnerability affecting the kernel mode layer of NVIDIA GPU Display Drivers.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-0314?

Exploitation of CVE-2017-0314 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in kernel mode, potentially leading to a system compromise.

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