CVE-2020-5959
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2020-5959 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. NVIDIA Virtual GPU Manager, all versions, contains a vulnerability in the vGPU plugin in which an input index value is incorrectly validated which may lead to denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
NVIDIA Virtual GPU Manager, all versions, contains a vulnerability in the vGPU plugin in which an input index value is incorrectly validated which may lead to denial of service.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nvidia | Virtual Gpu Manager | All versions |
References
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4996Vendor Advisory
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4996Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-5959?
NVIDIA Virtual GPU Manager, all versions, contains a vulnerability in the vGPU plugin in which an input index value is incorrectly validated which may lead to denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2020-5959?
CVE-2020-5959 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-5959?
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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