CVE-2026-47553: High severity Nvidia GPU Display Driver vulnerability
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows and Linux contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer where an unprivileged user could cause an out-of-bounds write. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can exploit this vulnerability?
An unprivileged local user can trigger the out-of-bounds write in the kernel-mode layer. The attack vector is local, so it is not described as remotely exploitable from the provided information.
What level of access does an attacker need?
The attacker needs local access and low privileges. No user interaction is required.
What are the potential consequences of successful exploitation?
Successful exploitation may enable code execution, denial of service, privilege escalation, information disclosure, and data tampering. The affected component operates in the kernel-mode layer, which can make the impact of a successful local exploit severe.