CVE-2018-6253
UnknownEPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2018-6253 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. NVIDIA GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the DirectX and OpenGL Usermode drivers where a specially crafted pixel shader can cause infinite recursion leading to denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the DirectX and OpenGL Usermode drivers where a specially crafted pixel shader can cause infinite recursion leading to denial of service.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nvidia | Gpu Driver | All versions |
References
- http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4649Vendor Advisory
- https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0522Third Party Advisory
- http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4649Vendor Advisory
- https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0522Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-6253?
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the DirectX and OpenGL Usermode drivers where a specially crafted pixel shader can cause infinite recursion leading to denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2018-6253?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-6253 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-6253?
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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