Vulnerability identifier: #VU24381

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-5702

CWE-ID: CWE-862

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
GeForce Experience
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: nVidia

Description

he vulnerability exists due to the missing permissions check when GameStream is enabled. A local user can corrupt a system file, which may lead to denial of service (DoS) condition or escalation of privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

GeForce Experience: All versions

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External links
http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4954

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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.