CVE-2021-1116: Null Pointer Dereference
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys), where a NULL pointer dereference in the kernel, created within user mode code, may lead to a denial of service in the form of a system crash.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-1116?
The severity of CVE-2021-1116 is classified as high due to its potential to cause a system crash.
How do I fix CVE-2021-1116?
To fix CVE-2021-1116, you should update the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver to a version that mitigates the vulnerability.
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2021-1116?
CVE-2021-1116 is caused by a NULL pointer dereference in the kernel mode layer of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-1116?
Affected software versions for CVE-2021-1116 include NVIDIA GPU Display Drivers between versions 390 and 392.68, 460 and 463.15, 470 and 472.39, and 490 and 496.49.
What impact does CVE-2021-1116 have on systems?
CVE-2021-1116 may lead to a denial of service, causing affected systems to crash.