CVE-2018-6269
First published: Fri Apr 12 2019(Updated: )
NVIDIA Jetson TX2 contains a vulnerability in the kernel driver where input/output control (IOCTL) handling for user mode requests could create a non-trusted pointer dereference, which may lead to information disclosure, denial of service, escalation of privileges, or code execution. The updates apply to all versions prior to R28.3.
Credit: psirt@nvidia.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA Jetson TX2 | <r28.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-6269.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-6269?
The severity of CVE-2018-6269 is high.
What is the affected software?
The affected software is NVIDIA Jetson TX2 version up to exclusive r28.3.
How can CVE-2018-6269 be exploited?
CVE-2018-6269 can be exploited by creating a non-trusted pointer dereference through IOCTL handling for user mode requests.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-6269?
Yes, there are updates available for the vulnerability. Please refer to the NVIDIA support page for more information.
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