Description
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability in the kernel module where an attacker could cause type confusion. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.
Published: 2026-09-30
Score: 7.8 High
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: Code execution and privilege escalation
Action: Patch immediately
AI Analysis

Impact

NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a kernel‑module type confusion flaw that can allow a malicious actor to read, write, or execute arbitrary code in kernel mode. If exploited, the attacker could gain elevated privileges, execute arbitrary code, disrupt device operation, and steal or modify data, consistent with CWE‑843.

Affected Systems

The flaw affects any Windows installation that uses NVIDIA GeForce, RTX, Quadro, NVS, or Tesla GPUs that employ the standard NVIDIA GPU Display Driver. The vendor lists all core NVIDIA GPU families but does not specify affected driver versions. Any system running these GPUs with an unpatched driver is potentially vulnerable.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score is 7.8, indicating a high severity level. EPSS data is not available, and the vulnerability is not currently listed in CISA KEV. Because the flaw arises in kernel code, the attack vector is likely local, requiring an attacker who can load or influence the NVIDIA kernel module. Successful exploitation could lead to full system compromise. The absence of public exploit code means the risk remains moderate but should be mitigated promptly.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on September 30, 2026 at 18:07 UTC.

Remediation

No solution or workaround provided in the CVE record.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Install the latest NVIDIA GPU drivers released after CVE-2026-47583, ensuring that the kernel module has been patched.
  • If no update is available promptly, disable the NVIDIA kernel module or restrict its loading permissions until a patch is applied.
  • Apply system hardening measures such as disabling arbitrary kernel module loading for non‑privileged users and enabling kernel integrity protection, and monitor system logs for suspicious driver activity.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on September 30, 2026 at 18:07 UTC.

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History

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:15:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Title NVIDIA GPU Driver Kernel Type Confusion Vulnerability nvidia-driver: nvidia-driver: Privilege escalation via type confusion in the kernel module
Metrics threat_severity

None

threat_severity

Important


Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:45:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
First Time appeared Nvidia
Nvidia geforce
Nvidia nvs
Nvidia quadro
Nvidia rtx
Nvidia tesla
Vendors & Products Nvidia
Nvidia geforce
Nvidia nvs
Nvidia quadro
Nvidia rtx
Nvidia tesla

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Title NVIDIA GPU Driver Kernel Type Confusion Vulnerability
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}


Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability in the kernel module where an attacker could cause type confusion. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.
Weaknesses CWE-843
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 7.8, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}


cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: nvidia

Published:

Updated: 2026-10-01T03:56:23.767Z

Reserved: 2026-05-19T19:55:48.350Z

Link: CVE-2026-47583

cve-icon Vulnrichment

Updated: 2026-09-30T17:25:27.384Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Awaiting Analysis

Published: 2026-09-30T16:17:27.857

Modified: 2026-10-01T04:18:17.827

Link: CVE-2026-47583

cve-icon Redhat

Severity : Important

Publid Date: 2026-09-30T15:50:59Z

Links: CVE-2026-47583 - Bugzilla

cve-icon OpenCVE Enrichment

Updated: 2026-09-30T22:30:07Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-843

    Access of Resource Using Incompatible Type ('Type Confusion')