NVIDIA NVApp Uncontrolled Search Path Element Vulnerability Allowing Code Execution and Privilege Escalation
Vulnerability
A vulnerability has been identified in the NVIDIA NVApp installer for Windows. This issue allows local attackers to manipulate search path elements, potentially leading to unauthorized code execution and elevated privileges. The vulnerability affects all versions of NVIDIA NVApp prior to 11.0.5.260.
Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in arbitrary code execution with elevated privileges.
Remediation
Users are advised to update to version 11.0.5.260 or later. The latest version can be downloaded from the NVIDIA App site.
Added: Nov 4, 2025, 8:21 PM
Updated: Nov 4, 2025, 8:21 PM
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