CVE-2022-31616: Input Validation

Published Nov 18, 2022
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Updated

NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgkDdiEscape, where a local user with basic capabilities can cause an out-of-bounds read, which may lead to denial of service, or information disclosure.

Affected Software

13 affected components
Nvidia Gpu Display Driver Windows>=471.11<473.81
Nvidia Gpu Display Driver Windows>=516.25<516.94
Nvidia Geforce
Nvidia Virtual GPU>=11.0<11.8
Nvidia Virtual GPU>=13.0<13.3
Nvidia Virtual GPU=14.0
Microsoft Windows
Nvidia Cloud Gaming Guest<516.94
Nvidia Studio
Nvidia Gpu Display Driver Windows>=511.09<513.46
Nvidia Gpu Display Driver Windows>=451.48<453.64
Nvidia Gpu Display Driver Windows>=471.11<472.81
Nvidia Tesla

Event History

Nov 18, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-31616?

CVE-2022-31616 is a vulnerability in the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows, which can allow a local user to cause denial of service or information disclosure.

2

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-31616?

The affected software versions are between 471.11 and 473.81 for NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows.

3

How severe is CVE-2022-31616?

CVE-2022-31616 has a severity level of 7.1 (high).

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-31616?

To fix CVE-2022-31616, update the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows to a version outside the affected range.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-31616?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-31616 on the NVIDIA customer help website.

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