CVE-2026-47552
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NVIDIA GPU Display Driver Linux Privilege Escalation

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 an unprivileged user could bypass an authorization check and modify privileged configuration. 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-2026-47552
EUVD
EUVD-2026-90110

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
nvidia gpu_display_driver *-*
nvidia gpu_display_driver *

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Exploitability

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CWE ID Description
CWE-862 The product does not perform an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.

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Executive Summary

NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux has a flaw in its kernel mode layer. An unprivileged user can bypass authorization checks to modify privileged settings. This could allow attackers to execute code, disrupt services, escalate privileges, steal data, or alter information.

Detection Guidance

Detection requires checking for vulnerable NVIDIA GPU Display Driver versions on Linux systems. Use commands like 'nvidia-smi' or 'dpkg -l | grep nvidia-driver' to identify installed versions. Compare against NVIDIA's security advisories for affected releases.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could let attackers gain control over your system, steal sensitive data, install malware, or crash your device. Users with Linux systems using NVIDIA GPU drivers are at risk.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Organizations may face legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update to the latest patched version of the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux. Remove unnecessary user privileges and restrict access to GPU resources. Monitor NVIDIA's security bulletins for further updates.

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