Medium severity4.7NVD Advisory· Published Oct 27, 2021· Updated Jun 17, 2026
CVE-2021-1117
CVE-2021-1117
Description
Windows contains a vulnerability in the kernel mode layer (nvlddmkm.sys) handler for DxgkDdiEscape, where an attacker through specific configuration and with local unprivileged system access may cause improper input validation, which may lead to denial of service.
Affected products
3cpe:2.3:a:nvidia:gpu_display_driver:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*+ 1 more
- cpe:2.3:a:nvidia:gpu_display_driver:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*range: >=390,<392.68
- (no CPE)range: All GPU Driver versions
Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
1- nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5230nvdVendor Advisory
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