CVE-2019-5694
First published: Sat Nov 09 2019(Updated: )
NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver, R390 driver version, contains a vulnerability in NVIDIA Control Panel in which it incorrectly loads Windows system DLLs without validating the path or signature (also known as a binary planting or DLL preloading attack), which may lead to denial of service or information disclosure through code execution. The attacker requires local system access.
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-2019-5694?
CVE-2019-5694 is a vulnerability in the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver R390 driver version.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-5694?
The severity of CVE-2019-5694 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.
What software is affected by CVE-2019-5694?
The NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver R390 driver version is affected by CVE-2019-5694.
How does CVE-2019-5694 impact the system?
CVE-2019-5694 can lead to denial of service or information disclosure.
How can I fix CVE-2019-5694?
To fix CVE-2019-5694, update to the latest version of the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver R390 driver.
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