8.2
CWE
20 693
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-6261: NVIDIA’s Vibrante Linux version 1.1, 2.0, and 2.2 contains a vulnerability in the user space driver in which protection mechanisms are insufficient, may lead to denial of service or information disclosure

First published: Wed Jun 05 2019(Updated: )

NVIDIA Vibrante Linux version 1.1, 2.0, and 2.2 contains a vulnerability in the user space driver in which protection mechanisms are insufficient, may lead to denial of service or information disclosure.

Credit: psirt@nvidia.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
NVIDIA Vibrante Linux=1.1
NVIDIA Vibrante Linux=2.0
NVIDIA Vibrante Linux=2.2

Remedy

The vulnerability is resolved in versions 1.1L, 2.0L, 2.1L

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-6261?

    CVE-2017-6261 has a high severity level due to its potential for denial of service and information disclosure.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-6261?

    To fix CVE-2017-6261, you should update NVIDIA Vibrante Linux to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Which versions of NVIDIA Vibrante Linux are affected by CVE-2017-6261?

    CVE-2017-6261 affects NVIDIA Vibrante Linux versions 1.1, 2.0, and 2.2.

  • What kind of impact can CVE-2017-6261 have on systems?

    CVE-2017-6261 can lead to denial of service, causing systems to become unresponsive, or it may allow unauthorized information disclosure.

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2017-6261?

    Yes, a patch for CVE-2017-6261 is available in the latest updates for NVIDIA Vibrante Linux.

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