Vulnerability Description
The NVIDIA UNIX driver before 295.40 allows local users to access arbitrary memory locations by leveraging GPU device-node read/write privileges.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nvidia | Unix Driver | <= 295.40 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3109Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48650
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48793
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-1420-1/
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74822
- http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3109Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48650
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48793
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-1420-1/
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74822
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-0946?
CVE-2012-0946 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). The NVIDIA UNIX driver before 295.40 allows local users to access arbitrary memory locations by leveraging GPU device-node read/write privileges.
How severe is CVE-2012-0946?
CVE-2012-0946 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-0946?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nvidia Unix Driver.