CVE-2020-5991
First published: Fri Oct 30 2020(Updated: )
NVIDIA CUDA Toolkit, all versions prior to 11.1.1, contains a vulnerability in the NVJPEG library in which an out-of-bounds read or write operation may lead to code execution, denial of service, or information disclosure.
Credit: psirt@nvidia.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA CUDA Toolkit | <11.1.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-5991?
CVE-2020-5991 is a vulnerability in the NVJPEG library in NVIDIA CUDA Toolkit, all versions prior to 11.1.1.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2020-5991?
The potential impacts of CVE-2020-5991 include code execution, denial of service, or information disclosure.
Which versions of NVIDIA CUDA Toolkit are affected by CVE-2020-5991?
All versions of NVIDIA CUDA Toolkit prior to 11.1.1 are affected by CVE-2020-5991.
How severe is the vulnerability CVE-2020-5991?
CVE-2020-5991 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.
How can I fix CVE-2020-5991?
To fix CVE-2020-5991, update your NVIDIA CUDA Toolkit to version 11.1.1 or later.
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