CVE-2023-0205
First published: Sat Apr 22 2023(Updated: )
NVIDIA ConnectX-5, ConnectX-6, and ConnectX6-DX contain a vulnerability in the NIC firmware, where an unprivileged user can exploit insufficient granularity of access control, which may lead to denial of service.
Credit: psirt@nvidia.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Nvidia Connectx Firmware | <35.1012 | |
| NVIDIA ConnectX-5 | ||
| Nvidia Connectx-6 | ||
| Nvidia Connectx-6-dx |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-0205?
CVE-2023-0205 is a vulnerability in NVIDIA ConnectX-5, ConnectX-6, and ConnectX6-DX NIC firmware that allows an unprivileged user to exploit insufficient access control, leading to denial of service.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-0205?
NVIDIA ConnectX-5, ConnectX-6, and ConnectX6-DX firmware versions up to and excluding 35.1012 are affected.
How severe is CVE-2023-0205?
CVE-2023-0205 has a severity score of 7.7 (high).
How can an unprivileged user exploit CVE-2023-0205?
An unprivileged user can exploit CVE-2023-0205 by taking advantage of the insufficient granularity of access control in the NIC firmware.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-0205?
NVIDIA has not provided specific information about a fix for CVE-2023-0205. It is recommended to follow the guidance provided by NVIDIA in their advisory.
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