CVE-2026-47489
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NVIDIA GPU Display Driver Linux Memory Permission Bypass

Publication date: 2026-09-30

Last updated on: 2026-09-30

Assigner: NVIDIA Corporation

Description
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer where permissions on read-only memory might not be preserved. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.

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Published
2026-09-30
Last Modified
2026-09-30
Generated
2026-09-30
AI Q&A
2026-09-30
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-47489
EUVD
EUVD-2026-90189

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nvidia gpu_display_driver *
nvidia gpu_display_driver *-*

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CWE ID Description
CWE-281 The product does not preserve permissions or incorrectly preserves permissions when copying, restoring, or sharing objects, which can cause them to have less restrictive permissions than intended.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux involves the kernel mode layer failing to preserve permissions on read-only memory. This flaw could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, cause system crashes, escalate privileges, access sensitive information, or alter data.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized code execution on your system, allowing attackers to take control. It may also cause system instability, privilege escalation for malicious purposes, theft of sensitive data, or unauthorized modification of critical files.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, or data tampering, which may violate GDPR's data protection requirements or HIPAA's safeguards for protected health information. Non-compliance risks include legal penalties, fines, and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux to the latest version provided by NVIDIA to address the vulnerability in the kernel mode layer.

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