CVE-2021-34398
CVE-2021-34398 is a high-severity vulnerability in Nvidia Data Center Gpu Manager with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-829.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 7.2
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (17th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-829
- Affected product: Nvidia Data Center Gpu Manager
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
NVIDIA DCGM, all versions prior to 2.2.9, contains a vulnerability in the DIAG module where any user can inject shared libraries into the DCGM server, which is usually running as root, which may lead to privilege escalation, total loss of confidentiality and integrity, and complete denial of service.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-34398?
- NVIDIA DCGM, all versions prior to 2.2.9, contains a vulnerability in the DIAG module where any user can inject shared libraries into the DCGM server, which is usually running as root, which may lead to privilege escalation, total loss of confidentiality and integrity, and complete denial of service.
- How severe is CVE-2021-34398?
- CVE-2021-34398 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2021-34398 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (17th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-34398?
- CVE-2021-34398 affects Nvidia Data Center Gpu Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-34398?
- 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-2021-34398 published?
- CVE-2021-34398 was published on 2021-08-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:nvidia:data_center_gpu_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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