CVE-2017-6260: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 28, 2017
·Updated
NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer helper function where an incorrect calculation of string length may lead to denial of service.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Nvidia GPU driver
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Jul 28, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6260?
CVE-2017-6260 is considered a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-6260?
To fix CVE-2017-6260, update the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver to the latest version provided by NVIDIA.
3
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2017-6260?
Exploiting CVE-2017-6260 may result in a denial of service, causing crashes or instability in the system.
4
Which software is affected by CVE-2017-6260?
CVE-2017-6260 affects various versions of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver.
5
Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2017-6260?
No, Microsoft Windows itself is not vulnerable to CVE-2017-6260, but it can be affected if running the vulnerable NVIDIA GPU Display Driver.