CVE-2026-47565
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Race Condition in NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux

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 a privileged user could trigger a race condition that leads to an out-of-bounds write. 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-2026-47565
EUVD
EUVD-2026-90165

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nvidia gpu_display_driver *

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CWE-362 The product contains a concurrent code sequence that requires temporary, exclusive access to a shared resource, but a timing window exists in which the shared resource can be modified by another code sequence operating concurrently.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is in NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux. It exists in the kernel mode layer where a privileged user could trigger a race condition causing an out-of-bounds write. Exploiting this may lead to code execution, denial of service, privilege escalation, information disclosure, or data tampering.

Detection Guidance

Detecting this vulnerability requires checking the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver version on your system. Use commands like 'nvidia-smi' or 'cat /proc/driver/nvidia/version' to verify the driver version. Compare the installed version against the latest patched version from NVIDIA's official website.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers with local access to execute arbitrary code, crash the system, gain higher privileges, steal sensitive information, or alter data. Systems using vulnerable NVIDIA GPU drivers are at risk.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or data breaches, violating GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health information privacy). Organizations must patch systems to maintain compliance and avoid legal penalties.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver to the latest version provided by NVIDIA. Restrict access to privileged users and monitor for unusual activity. Apply additional security controls like disabling unnecessary services and enabling kernel hardening features.

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