CVE-2018-6252
First published: Mon Apr 02 2018(Updated: )
NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer handler for DxgkDdiEscape where the software allows an actor access to restricted functionality that is unnecessary to production usage, and which may result in denial of service.
Credit: psirt@nvidia.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Nvidia Gpu Driver | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-6252?
CVE-2018-6252 is a vulnerability found in the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-6252?
The severity of CVE-2018-6252 is medium, with a severity value of 5.5.
How does CVE-2018-6252 affect the software?
CVE-2018-6252 affects the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver.
What is the impact of CVE-2018-6252?
CVE-2018-6252 may result in denial of service.
How can I fix CVE-2018-6252?
To fix CVE-2018-6252, users should update to the latest version of the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver and follow the recommendations provided by NVIDIA.
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