SB2019080647 - Incorrect default permissions in NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver
Published: August 6, 2019 Updated: August 8, 2019
Security Bulletin ID
SB2019080647
Severity
Low
Patch available
NO
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Incorrect default permissions (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-5687)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgkDdiEscape due to incorrect default permissions for an object exposes it to an unintended actor. A local authenticated user with access to the system can view contents of files and directories or modify them.
This vulnerability can lead to information disclosure or denial of service.
Remediation
Cybersecurity Help is not aware of any official remediation provided by the vendor.