CVE-2015-7866

Name: CVE-2015-7866
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-11-24T20:59:12.36+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.46%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-7866 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in the Smart Maximize Helper (nvSmartMaxApp.exe) in the Control Panel in the NVIDIA GPU graphics driver R340 before 341.92, R352 before 354.35, and R358 before 358.87 on Windows allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse application, as demonstrated by C:\Program.exe.. EPSS estimates a 0.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in the Smart Maximize Helper (nvSmartMaxApp.exe) in the Control Panel in the NVIDIA GPU graphics driver R340 before 341.92, R352 before 354.35, and R358 before 358.87 on Windows allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse application, as demonstrated by C:\Program.exe.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.46%

36.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Nvidia	Gpu Driver	>= 340, < 341.92
Nvidia	Gpu Driver	>= 352, < 354.35
Nvidia	Gpu Driver	>= 358, < 358.87

References

http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3806/kw/securityVendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034175Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://h20565.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/kb/docDisplay?docId=emr_na-c04971867Third Party Advisory
http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3806/kw/securityVendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034175Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://h20565.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/kb/docDisplay?docId=emr_na-c04971867Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 24, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-7866?

How severe is CVE-2015-7866?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-7866 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7866?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST