CVE-2024-0121: High severity nvidia gpu driver vulnerability

Published Oct 26, 2024
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Updated

NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability in the user mode layer, where an unprivileged regular user can cause an out-of-bounds read. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Nvidia GPU Display Driver

Event History

Oct 26, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:07 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:07 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-0121?

CVE-2024-0121 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for code execution and privilege escalation.

2

How can I fix CVE-2024-0121?

To fix CVE-2024-0121, users should update their NVIDIA GPU Display Driver to the latest version provided by NVIDIA.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-0121?

The potential impacts of CVE-2024-0121 include code execution, denial of service, privilege escalation, and information disclosure.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-0121?

Users of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows are affected by CVE-2024-0121.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-0121?

CVE-2024-0121 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability located in the user mode layer of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver.

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