CVE-2019-5690: High severity nvidia gpu kernel driver vulnerability

Published Nov 9, 2019
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Updated

NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver, all versions, contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgkDdiEscape in which the size of an input buffer is not validated, which may lead to denial of service or escalation of privileges.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Nvidia GPU driver
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Nov 9, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:39 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:39 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver vulnerability is CVE-2019-5690.

2

What is the affected software for this vulnerability?

The affected software for this vulnerability is NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver.

3

What is the severity rating of vulnerability CVE-2019-5690?

The severity rating of vulnerability CVE-2019-5690 is 7.8 (high).

4

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

The CVE ID of this NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver vulnerability is CVE-2019-5690.

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How can this vulnerability be exploited?

This vulnerability can be exploited by sending a specially crafted input buffer to the vulnerable driver, leading to denial of service or privilege escalation.

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