Vulnerability Description
NVIDIA graphics driver contains a vulnerability that may allow access to application data processed on the GPU through a side channel exposed by the GPU performance counters. Local user access is required. This is not a network or remote attack vector.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nvidia | Gpu Driver | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/LEN-26250
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4738Vendor Advisory
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4772Vendor Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3904-1/
- http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/LEN-26250
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4738Vendor Advisory
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4772Vendor Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3904-1/
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-6260?
CVE-2018-6260 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). NVIDIA graphics driver contains a vulnerability that may allow access to application data processed on the GPU through a side channel exposed by the GPU performance counters. Local user access is requ...
How severe is CVE-2018-6260?
CVE-2018-6260 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-6260?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nvidia Gpu Driver.