CVE-2017-0322: Out-of-bounds Read

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) handler where a value passed from a user to the driver is not correctly validated and used as the index to an array, leading to denial of service or potential 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-2017-0322?

CVE-2017-0322 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to potential denial of service and privilege escalation risks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-0322?

To fix CVE-2017-0322, update the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2017-0322?

All versions of the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver are affected by CVE-2017-0322.

4

What causes CVE-2017-0322?

CVE-2017-0322 is caused by improper validation of user-supplied values in the kernel mode layer handler of the NVIDIA driver.

5

Can CVE-2017-0322 lead to remote exploitation?

CVE-2017-0322 does not directly lead to remote exploitation, but it may allow local attackers to escalate privileges or cause denial of service.

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