CVE-2018-6247: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Apr 2, 2018
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Updated

NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgkDdiEscape where a NULL pointer dereference may lead to denial of service or possible escalation of privileges.

Affected Software

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

Event History

Apr 2, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID of the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver vulnerability is CVE-2018-6247.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-6247?

The severity of CVE-2018-6247 is high.

3

What is affected by the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver vulnerability?

The NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver vulnerability affects Nvidia Gpu Driver.

4

What is the potential impact of the vulnerability CVE-2018-6247?

The potential impact of the vulnerability CVE-2018-6247 includes denial of service or possible escalation of privileges.

5

Where can I find more information about the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver vulnerability?

You can find more information about the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver vulnerability at the following link: [http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4649](http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4649)

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