CVE-2021-1095: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Thu Jul 22 2021(Updated: )
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows and Linux contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handlers for all control calls with embedded parameters where dereferencing an untrusted pointer may lead to denial of service.
Credit: psirt@nvidia.com psirt@nvidia.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Nvidia Gpu Display Driver | >=418.197.02<418.211.00 | |
| Nvidia Gpu Display Driver | >=427.33<427.48 | |
| Nvidia Gpu Display Driver | >=450.119.03<450.142.00 | |
| Nvidia Gpu Display Driver | >=452.96<453.10 | |
| Nvidia Gpu Display Driver | >=460.73.01<460.91.03 | |
| Nvidia Gpu Display Driver | >=462.31<462.96 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-1095?
CVE-2021-1095 is a vulnerability in the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows and Linux that can lead to denial of service.
How does CVE-2021-1095 impact NVIDIA GPU Display Driver?
CVE-2021-1095 can lead to denial of service by dereferencing an untrusted pointer in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handlers for control calls with embedded parameters.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-1095?
CVE-2021-1095 has a severity rating of 5.5 (medium).
Which versions of NVIDIA GPU Display Driver are affected by CVE-2021-1095?
CVE-2021-1095 affects various versions of NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for both Windows and Linux platforms.
How can I fix CVE-2021-1095?
To fix CVE-2021-1095, it is recommended to update to the latest version of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for your operating system.
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