CVE-2023-0189
CVE-2023-0189 is a high-severity vulnerability in Nvidia Virtual Gpu with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-822.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (19th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-822
- Affected product: Nvidia Virtual Gpu
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- Last modified:
Description
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer handler which may lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-0189?
- NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer handler which may lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.
- How severe is CVE-2023-0189?
- CVE-2023-0189 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, 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-2023-0189 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (19th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-0189?
- CVE-2023-0189 affects Nvidia Virtual Gpu. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-0189?
- 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-2023-0189 published?
- CVE-2023-0189 was published on 2023-04-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:nvidia:virtual_gpu:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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