CVE-2022-34679: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Dec 30, 2022
·Updated
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer handler, where an unhandled return value can lead to a null-pointer dereference, which may lead to denial of service.
Affected Software
9 affected components
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
Event History
Dec 30, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA GPU vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA GPU vulnerability is CVE-2022-34679.
2
What is the severity rating of CVE-2022-34679?
The severity rating of CVE-2022-34679 is medium.
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What can happen if this vulnerability is exploited?
If this vulnerability is exploited, it can lead to a null-pointer dereference, which may result in denial of service.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-34679?
NVIDIA Virtual GPU versions up to 11.11, versions between 12.0 and 13.6, and versions between 14.0 and 14.4 are affected by CVE-2022-34679.
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How can I fix CVE-2022-34679?
To fix CVE-2022-34679, it is recommended to update to a version of NVIDIA Virtual GPU that is not vulnerable.