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CVE-2017-6256: NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler...

NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgkDdiEscape where a value passed from a user to the driver is not correctly validated and used as the index to an array which may lead to denial of service or potential escalation of privileges.

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This issue affects NVIDIA's Windows GPU display driver. A user-supplied value is not properly checked before being used inside kernel-mode driver logic, which could crash the system or potentially raise privileges. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, exploitability details, or fixed driver versions. Exposure is limited to Windows systems with the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver installed. The bundle lists affected versions as all, but does not provide detailed product branches, package versions, or platform exclusions beyond Windows. Treat as a targeted endpoint hygiene issue, not an internet-facing emergency based on available evidence. Prioritize remediation where NVIDIA Windows GPU drivers run on shared workstations, high-trust admin systems, or environments with strict availability requirements. Mitigation focus: Check NVIDIA advisory 4525 for fixed driver guidance.; Prioritize driver updates on Windows endpoints with NVIDIA GPUs.; Limit unnecessary local user access on exposed workstations..

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