CVE-2017-6260

Name: CVE-2017-6260
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-07-28T19:29:00.447+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.28%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-6260 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer helper function where an incorrect calculation of string length may lead to denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer helper function where an incorrect calculation of string length may lead to denial of service.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.28%

19.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Nvidia	Gpu Driver	All versions

References

http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4525Vendor Advisory
http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4525Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 28, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6260?

NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer helper function where an incorrect calculation of string length may lead to denial of service.

How severe is CVE-2017-6260?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6260 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6260?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2017-6260?

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Source: NVD / NIST