CVE-2024-0117
CVE-2024-0117 is a high-severity vulnerability 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-125.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (33rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-15918
- Weakness: CWE-125
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- Last modified:
Description
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability in the user mode layer, where an unprivileged regular user can cause an out-of-bounds read. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2024-0117?
- NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability in the user mode layer, where an unprivileged regular user can cause an out-of-bounds read. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.
- How severe is CVE-2024-0117?
- CVE-2024-0117 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2024-0117 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2024-0117?
- 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.
- Does CVE-2024-0117 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2024-0117 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-15918.
- When was CVE-2024-0117 published?
- CVE-2024-0117 was published on 2024-10-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5586
- https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2024-2012
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