CVE-2024-0126: NVIDIA GPU Driver Privilege Escalation

CVE-2024-0126 Overview

NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows and Linux contains a vulnerability which could allow a privileged attacker to escalate permissions. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.

Critical Impact
This vulnerability facilitates privilege escalation and may lead to system compromises.

Affected Products

NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Linux

Discovery Timeline

Not Available - Vulnerability discovered by Not Available
Not Available - Responsible disclosure to Not Available
Not Available - CVE CVE-2024-0126 assigned
Not Available - N/A releases security patch
2024-10-26 - CVE CVE-2024-0126 published to NVD
2024-10-28 - Last updated in NVD database

Technical Details for CVE-2024-0126

Vulnerability Analysis

The vulnerability stems from improper input validation, categorized under CWE-20, which allows attackers with approved access to exploit the NVIDIA GPU Display Driver.

Root Cause

This issue is due to inadequate validation of privileged inputs that can be leveraged to escalate permissions.

Attack Vector

Local attack vector that necessitates privileged access, potentially affecting systems where user roles are mismanaged.

// Example exploitation code (sanitized)
int main() {
    printf("Vulnerability exploitation demo.\n");
    // Potential privilege escalation code
    return 0;
}

Detection Methods for CVE-2024-0126

Indicators of Compromise

Unexplained changes in system privileges
Presence of unexpected files or modifications
Logs indicating unauthorized access to GPU drivers

Detection Strategies

Utilize SentinelOne’s advanced threat detection capabilities to monitor and flag suspicious activities around GPU driver access. Implement rule-based alerts for privilege changes.

Monitoring Recommendations

Regularly check and audit user and system access logs for anomalies. Use SentinelOne’s real-time monitoring to identify privilege escalations.

How to Mitigate CVE-2024-0126

Immediate Actions Required

Update NVIDIA drivers to the latest versions
Restrict elevated access to the GPU drivers
Enforce strict access control policies

Patch Information

Ensure that systems are running the latest patched versions available through official NVIDIA channels. Refer to Nvidia Custhelp for detailed patch information.

Workarounds

Limit user privileges and disabled unnecessary services that access NVIDIA drivers.

bash

# Configuration example
sudo chmod 700 /etc/modprobe.d/nvidia.conf
sudo systemctl stop nvidia-driver