CVE-2017-0321: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Feb 15, 2017
·Updated
All versions of NVIDIA GPU Display Driver contain a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer handler where a NULL pointer dereference caused by invalid user input may lead to 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
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0321?
CVE-2017-0321 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service and privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-0321?
To fix CVE-2017-0321, update to the latest version of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver as provided by NVIDIA.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-0321?
CVE-2017-0321 affects all versions of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0321?
CVE-2017-0321 is a vulnerability that involves a NULL pointer dereference caused by invalid user input.
5
Can CVE-2017-0321 lead to remote attacks?
CVE-2017-0321 may potentially allow an attacker to escalate privileges on a system.