CVE-2026-65117
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Hard-Coded Password in NVIDIA Infrastructure Controller for Linux

Publication date: 2026-09-22

Last updated on: 2026-09-22

Assigner: NVIDIA Corporation

Description
NVIDIA Infrastructure Controller for Linux contains a vulnerability where an attacker could cause use of a hard-coded password. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to data tampering, denial of service, and information disclosure.

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Published
2026-09-22
Last Modified
2026-09-22
Generated
2026-09-22
AI Q&A
2026-09-22
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-65117
EUVD
EUVD-2026-84420

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nvidia infrastructure_controller *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-259 The product contains a hard-coded password, which it uses for its own inbound authentication or for outbound communication to external components.

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Executive Summary

NVIDIA Infrastructure Controller for Linux has a vulnerability where an attacker could exploit a hard-coded password. This flaw might allow unauthorized access to the system.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could tamper with data, disrupt services, or steal information by exploiting this vulnerability. This could lead to system unavailability or unauthorized data access.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to data breaches, which may violate GDPR or HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Organizations might face legal penalties or compliance violations.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the NVIDIA Infrastructure Controller for Linux to the latest version to remove the hard-coded password vulnerability. Restrict network access to the controller and monitor for unusual activity or unauthorized changes.

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