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7.8

NVIDIA Windows GPU driver may crash or allow privilege gain

CVE-2017-0312 · published 9 years ago
Summary

All versions of NVIDIA’s Windows graphics driver contain a flaw in a low‑level component that mishandles data it receives. An attacker could cause the system to stop responding or potentially gain higher access rights. Apply NVIDIA’s latest driver updates or follow their recommended mitigation steps as soon as possible.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
nvidia gpu_driver All versions
cpe:2.3:a:nvidia:gpu_driver:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
All versions of NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contain a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgkDdiEscapeID 0x100008b where user provided input is used as the limi...
All versions of NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contain a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgkDdiEscapeID 0x100008b where user provided input is used as the limit for a loop may lead to denial of service or potential escalation of privileges
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
7.8 High
Exploitation
1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-20Improper Input Validation
Timeline
Published15 Feb 2017
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2017-0312 · NVD
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