CVE-2019-5693 : Security Advisory and Response

The NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver has a security flaw that can lead to denial of service due to an uninitialized pointer.

Understanding CVE-2019-5693

The vulnerability affects NVIDIA GPU Display Driver, potentially causing denial of service.

What is CVE-2019-5693?

The flaw in the NVIDIA Windows GPU Display Driver allows unauthorized access to uninitialized pointers, leading to denial of service.

The Impact of CVE-2019-5693

The vulnerability can result in a denial of service, disrupting system operations and potentially causing crashes.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-5693

The vulnerability in the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver is detailed below:

Vulnerability Description

The flaw occurs in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) when the driver accesses or uses an uninitialized pointer.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: NVIDIA GPU Display Driver
Vendor: NVIDIA
Affected Version: All

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized access to uninitialized pointers in the driver can be exploited to trigger denial of service.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-5693, consider the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver to the latest version.
Monitor NVIDIA's security advisories for patches and updates.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update GPU drivers and software to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Implement robust security measures to prevent unauthorized access to system resources.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by NVIDIA promptly to address the vulnerability.