CVE-2022-42255: Out-of-bounds Read

Published Dec 30, 2022
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Updated

NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvidia.ko), where an out-of-bounds array access may lead to denial of service, information disclosure, or data tampering.

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux vulnerability is CVE-2022-42255.

2

What is the affected software for this vulnerability?

The affected software for this vulnerability includes Nvidia Virtual Gpu versions up to exclusive 11.11, versions between inclusive exclusive 12.0 and 13.6, and versions between inclusive exclusive 14.0 and 14.4; Citrix Hypervisor, Linux Linux kernel, Redhat Enterprise Linux Kernel-based Virtual Machine, and Vmware Vsphere are not vulnerable.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-42255?

The severity of CVE-2022-42255 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2022-42255?

The potential impacts of CVE-2022-42255 include denial of service, information disclosure, or data tampering.

5

Are there any references for more information about this vulnerability?

Yes, you can find more information about this vulnerability at the following references: [NVIDIA Customer Help](https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5415) and [Gentoo Security Advisory](https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202310-02).

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