How severe is CVE-2015-7866?

CVE-2015-7866 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2015-7866 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-7866?

CVE-2015-7866 affects Nvidia Gpu Driver. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7866?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2015-7866 published?

CVE-2015-7866 was published on 2015-11-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-7866

CVE-2015-7866 is a high-severity vulnerability in Nvidia Gpu Driver with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (37th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Nvidia Gpu Driver
Published: 2015-11-24
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in the Smart Maximize Helper (nvSmartMaxApp.exe) in the Control Panel in the NVIDIA GPU graphics driver R340 before 341.92, R352 before 354.35, and R358 before 358.87 on Windows allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse application, as demonstrated by C:\Program.exe.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-7866?: Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in the Smart Maximize Helper (nvSmartMaxApp.exe) in the Control Panel in the NVIDIA GPU graphics driver R340 before 341.92, R352 before 354.35, and R358 before 358.87 on Windows allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse application, as demonstrated by C:\Program.exe.
How severe is CVE-2015-7866?: CVE-2015-7866 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-7866 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-7866?: CVE-2015-7866 affects Nvidia Gpu Driver. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7866?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2015-7866 published?: CVE-2015-7866 was published on 2015-11-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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