CVE-2022-34678: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Fri Dec 30 2022(Updated: )
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows and Linux contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer, where an unprivileged user can cause a null-pointer dereference, which may lead to denial of service.
Credit: psirt@nvidia.com psirt@nvidia.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA Virtual GPU | <11.11 | |
| NVIDIA Virtual GPU | >=12.0<13.6 | |
| NVIDIA Virtual GPU | >=14.0<14.4 | |
| Citrix Hypervisor | ||
| Linux Linux kernel | ||
| Redhat Enterprise Linux Kernel-based Virtual Machine | ||
| VMware vSphere | ||
| Nvidia Cloud Gaming | <525.60.11 | |
| Nvidia Cloud Gaming | <525.60.12 | |
| NVIDIA Virtual GPU | >=13.0<13.6 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Nvidia Cloud Gaming | <527.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-34678?
CVE-2022-34678 is a vulnerability in the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows and Linux that allows an unprivileged user to cause a null-pointer dereference, leading to denial of service.
Which software is affected by CVE-2022-34678?
NVIDIA Virtual GPU versions 11.11, 12.0 - 13.5, 14.0 - 14.3, NVIDIA Cloud Gaming versions up to 525.60.12 are affected by CVE-2022-34678.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-34678?
CVE-2022-34678 has a severity rating of medium with a score of 5.5.
How can I mitigate the vulnerability CVE-2022-34678?
To mitigate CVE-2022-34678, it is recommended to update to the latest version of the affected software provided by NVIDIA.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-34678?
More information about CVE-2022-34678 can be found at the following references: [link1](https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5415), [link2](https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202310-02).
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