CVE-2021-1107

Name: CVE-2021-1107
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-08-11T22:15:08.063+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.28%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-1107 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. NVIDIA Linux kernel distributions contain a vulnerability in nvmap NVMAP_IOC_WRITE* paths, where improper access controls may lead to code execution, complete denial of service, and seriously compromised integrity of all system components.. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

NVIDIA Linux kernel distributions contain a vulnerability in nvmap NVMAP_IOC_WRITE* paths, where improper access controls may lead to code execution, complete denial of service, and seriously compromised integrity of all system components.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.28%

19.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Nvidia	Jetson Linux	>= 32.1, < 32.6.1
Nvidia	Shield Experience	< 9.0

References

https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5216Vendor Advisory
https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5259Vendor Advisory
https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5216Vendor Advisory
https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5259Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 11, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-1107?

How severe is CVE-2021-1107?

CVE-2021-1107 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-1107?

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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Source: NVD / NIST