CVE-2023-0189: High severity nvidia virtual gpu graphics driver vulnerability

Published Apr 1, 2023
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Updated

NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer handler which may lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Nvidia Virtual GPU<11.12
Nvidia Virtual GPU>=13.0<13.7
Nvidia Virtual GPU>=15.0<15.2
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Apr 1, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:49 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:49 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2023-0189.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0189?

The severity of CVE-2023-0189 is high with a severity value of 7.8.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2023-0189?

The affected software for CVE-2023-0189 is the NVIDIA Virtual GPU with versions up to 11.12, versions between 13.0 and 13.7, and versions between 15.0 and 15.2.

4

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2023-0189?

The potential consequences of CVE-2023-0189 include code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.

5

Are there any resources available for CVE-2023-0189?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2023-0189 at the following references: [link 1](https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5452), [link 2](https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202310-02)

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