CVE-2021-1096
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2021-1096 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability in the NVIDIA kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgkDdiEscape where dereferencing a NULL pointer may lead to a system crash.. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability in the NVIDIA kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgkDdiEscape where dereferencing a NULL pointer may lead to a 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 | >= 427.33, < 427.48 |
| Nvidia | Gpu Display Driver | >= 452.96, < 453.10 |
| Nvidia | Gpu Display Driver | >= 462.31, < 462.96 |
References
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5211Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5211Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-1096?
NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability in the NVIDIA kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgkDdiEscape where dereferencing a NULL pointer may lead to a system crash.
How severe is CVE-2021-1096?
CVE-2021-1096 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-1096?
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-2021-1096?
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