CVE-2026-47587
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Use-After-Free 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 where an unprivileged user could cause a use-after-free. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, escalation of privileges, denial of service, 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-2026-47587
EUVD
EUVD-2026-90129

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nvidia gpu_display_driver *-*

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CWE ID Description
CWE-416 The product reuses or references memory after it has been freed. At some point afterward, the memory may be allocated again and saved in another pointer, while the original pointer references a location somewhere within the new allocation. Any operations using the original pointer are no longer valid because the memory "belongs" to the code that operates on the new pointer.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux allows an unprivileged user to trigger a use-after-free condition. This flaw could potentially enable an attacker to execute arbitrary code, escalate system privileges, disrupt services, access sensitive information, or alter data.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain control over your system, steal confidential data, install malware, or crash your device. It primarily affects systems using NVIDIA GPU Display Drivers on Linux.

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 if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Update NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux to the latest patched version immediately to address the use-after-free vulnerability.

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