Urgent Security Alert for Nvidia GeForce GPU Users: Update Your Drivers Now
Graphics card manufacturer Nvidia is sounding the alarm for all GeForce GPU owners regarding critical security vulnerabilities that have been uncovered in the company’s display drivers and associated software. In a recent security bulletin, Nvidia disclosed a total of eight vulnerabilities, all classified as having a “High” severity rating. This means immediate action is required if you possess an Nvidia GeForce GPU.
Scope of the Vulnerabilities
The implications of these security flaws are significant. According to Nvidia, these vulnerabilities could potentially allow attackers to gain unrestricted access to an affected system. With such access, malicious actors can infiltrate your PC, execute harmful code, and, alarmingly, read and exfiltrate sensitive personal data. The vulnerabilities span across various Nvidia software, impacting the GeForce line as well as the Nvidia RTX, Quadro, NVS, and Tesla products, with risks present on both Windows and Linux platforms.
While Nvidia has not confirmed whether these vulnerabilities are currently being exploited in the wild, the broad scope affecting all GeForce graphics cards indicates a potentially serious situation that users should not take lightly.
Recommended Actions for Users
To mitigate these security risks, Nvidia urges all GeForce users to update their drivers immediately. The necessary updates include:
- For Windows: Download version 566.03
- For Linux: Update to versions 565.57.01, 550.127.05, or 535.216.01
Additionally, users may find updates provided by certain distributors in versions 565.92, 561.03, 556.35, and 553.05. For those using Nvidia RTX, Quadro, and NVS products, updates in versions 566.03, 553.24, and 538.95 will rectify the security issues.
You can easily locate and download the latest drivers using Nvidia’s Manual Driver Search tool or through the Nvidia App and GeForce Experience app.
Don’t delay—acting swiftly can protect your system from potential threats.
