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CVE-2016-8820: All versions of NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contain a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmk...

All versions of NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contain a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgDdiEscape where a check on a function return value is missing, potentially allowing an uninitialized value to be used as the source of a strcpy() call, leading to denial of service or information disclosure.

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This is a flaw in NVIDIA's Windows GPU display driver. A missing return-value check in kernel-mode code could cause the driver to use bad data, potentially crashing systems or exposing information. The source bundle does not provide a CVSS score, affected driver build list, or confirmed exploitation. Exposure is most likely on Windows systems using NVIDIA Quadro, NVS, GeForce, GRID, or Tesla display drivers. The source says all versions are affected but does not enumerate fixed or vulnerable build numbers. Treat this as a driver hygiene and endpoint resilience issue until vendor details are confirmed. The business risk is system instability or information exposure on Windows systems with NVIDIA GPUs, but the provided sources do not justify emergency status. Mitigation focus: Review NVIDIA advisory 4257 for vendor-fixed driver versions and deployment guidance.; Inventory Windows systems running NVIDIA Quadro, NVS, GeForce, GRID, or Tesla drivers.; Update affected NVIDIA display drivers according to vendor guidance..

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Nvidia CorporationQuadro, NVS, GeForce, GRID and TeslaAllListed
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