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Vulnerability record · CVE-2021-1107 · published 11 August 2021

CVE-2021-1107: Nvidia jetson linux vulnerability

Nvidia · Jetson Linux

NVIDIA Linux kernel distributions contain a vulnerability in nvmap NVMAP_IOC_WRITE* paths, where improper access controls may lead to code execution, complete denial of service, and seriously compromised integrity of all system components.

7.8 CVSS 3.1 High EPSS 0.28% · top 81.5%
7.8CVSS 3.1 base score, v2 4.6
0.28%EPSS exploitation probability, 30 days
NoNot in CISA KEV
2Affected product versions listed by NVD
4References
17 Jun 2026Last modified by NVD

Description

NVIDIA Linux kernel distributions contain a vulnerability in nvmap NVMAP_IOC_WRITE* paths, where improper access controls may lead to code execution, complete denial of service, and seriously compromised integrity of all system components.

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

2 vulnerable configurations from NVD's CPE data, grouped by vendor and product.

References

LinkTags
https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5216 Vendor Advisory
https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5259 Vendor Advisory
https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5216 Vendor Advisory
https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5259 Vendor Advisory

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Source: NIST National Vulnerability Database (record CVE-2021-1107), CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS (scores of 2026-09-27). This page is refreshed as NVD updates the record.