#VU19993 Incorrect default permissions in NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver - CVE-2019-5687

Vulnerability identifier: #VU19993

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-5687

CWE-ID: CWE-276

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver
Client/Desktop applications / Virtualization software

Vendor: nVidia

Description

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.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver: All versions

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External links
https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4841

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.