CVE-2025-23281: Use After Free

Published Aug 2, 2025
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Updated

NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability where an attacker with local unprivileged access that can win a race condition might be able to trigger a use-after-free error. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, escalation of privileges, data tampering, denial of service, or information disclosure.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Nvidia GPU Display Driver

Event History

Aug 2, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:07 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-23281?

The severity of CVE-2025-23281 is critical due to its potential for code execution and privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-23281?

To fix CVE-2025-23281, update to the latest version of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver as recommended by NVIDIA.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-23281?

CVE-2025-23281 affects users of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows with local unprivileged access.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-23281?

CVE-2025-23281 is a use-after-free vulnerability triggered by a race condition.

5

What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2025-23281?

Exploiting CVE-2025-23281 may lead to code execution, escalation of privileges, and data tampering.

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