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CVE-2018-6252: NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer handler for DxgkDdiEsca...

NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer handler for DxgkDdiEscape where the software allows an actor access to restricted functionality that is unnecessary to production usage, and which may result in denial of service.

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This CVE affects NVIDIA’s Windows GPU Display Driver. The issue is in a kernel-mode driver path and may allow access to restricted functionality, leading to denial of service. The provided sources do not include severity scoring, exploit details, or a confirmed fix, so urgency depends on whether affected NVIDIA drivers are present. Exposure is most likely on Windows systems using NVIDIA GPU Display Driver. The bundle lists the affected product as GPU Display Driver with versions marked “All,” but does not identify branches, builds, or fixed releases. Validate installed NVIDIA driver versions against NVIDIA advisory 4649. Prioritize identification over emergency response. The issue can cause denial of service in a kernel driver, but the provided evidence lacks severity, exploit activity, and remediation detail. Address during driver hygiene unless NVIDIA guidance indicates higher urgency. Mitigation focus: Review NVIDIA advisory 4649 for affected driver branches and vendor guidance.; Inventory Windows endpoints and servers using NVIDIA GPU Display Driver.; Apply NVIDIA-recommended driver updates or mitigations if the advisory identifies them..

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