CVE-2021-1078
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2021-1078 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver for Windows, all versions, contains a vulnerability in the kernel driver (nvlddmkm.sys) where a NULL pointer dereference may lead to system crash.. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver for Windows, all versions, contains a vulnerability in the kernel driver (nvlddmkm.sys) where a NULL pointer dereference may lead to system crash.
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 | Gpu Display Driver | >= 390, < 392.65 |
| Nvidia | Gpu Display Driver | >= 418, < 427.33 |
| Nvidia | Gpu Display Driver | >= 450, < 452.96 |
| Nvidia | Gpu Display Driver | >= 460, < 462.31 |
| Nvidia | Gpu Display Driver | >= 465, < 466.11 |
References
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5172Vendor Advisory
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5172Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-1078?
NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver for Windows, all versions, contains a vulnerability in the kernel driver (nvlddmkm.sys) where a NULL pointer dereference may lead to system crash.
How severe is CVE-2021-1078?
CVE-2021-1078 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-1078?
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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