CVE-2018-6249: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Mon Apr 02 2018(Updated: )
Last updated 24 July 2024
Credit: psirt@nvidia.com psirt@nvidia.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Nvidia Gpu Driver | ||
| FreeBSD FreeBSD | ||
| Linux Linux kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Oracle Solaris | ||
| All of | ||
| Nvidia Gpu Driver | ||
| Any of | ||
| FreeBSD FreeBSD | ||
| Linux Linux kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Oracle Solaris | ||
| debian/nvidia-graphics-drivers | 470.256.02-2 535.183.01-1~deb12u1 535.183.06-1 | |
| debian/nvidia-graphics-drivers-legacy-340xx | <=340.108-22 |
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Reference Links
- http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4649
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3662-1/
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2018-6249
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4649
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2018-6249
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2018-6249
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2018-6249
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2018-6249
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-6249?
CVE-2018-6249 is a vulnerability found in the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver that can lead to denial of service or potential escalation of privileges due to a NULL pointer dereference.
How severe is the vulnerability with CVE-2018-6249?
The severity of the vulnerability with CVE-2018-6249 is high with a severity value of 8.8.
Which software are affected by the vulnerability with CVE-2018-6249?
The NVIDIA-graphics-drivers packages, specifically versions 418.226.00-3, 470.199.02-1, 525.125.06-1~deb12u1, and 525.125.06-2, are affected by the vulnerability.
How can I fix the vulnerability with CVE-2018-6249?
To fix the vulnerability with CVE-2018-6249, update your NVIDIA-graphics-drivers packages to the recommended versions: 418.226.00-3, 470.199.02-1, 525.125.06-1~deb12u1, or 525.125.06-2.
Are there any additional references for CVE-2018-6249?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2018-6249 at the following references: [NVIDIA Customer Help](http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4649), [Ubuntu Security Notice](https://usn.ubuntu.com/3662-1/), and [Launchpad Bug](https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2018-6249).
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