CVE-2016-8826

Description

All versions of NVIDIA GPU Display Driver contain a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys for Windows or nvidia.ko for Linux) where a user can cause a GPU interrupt storm, leading to a denial of service.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.05%
Vendor Advisory custhelp.com
Affected: Nvidia Corporation Windows GPU Display Driver
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4278 patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94957 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8826?
CVE-2016-8826 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-8826?
To fix CVE-2016-8826, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-8826 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-8826 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-8826?
CVE-2016-8826 affects Nvidia Corporation Windows GPU Display Driver.
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