NVIDIA has released an updated version of its Linux x64 (AMD64 EM64T) Display Driver, version 575.64. This update addresses several critical issues that were affecting system performance and stability.
- Kernel Stability: Fixed a kernel use-after-free vulnerability that impacted pre-Turing GPUs, enhancing overall system security and reliability.
- 32-bit Application Crashes: Addressed a problem where 32-bit x86 applications would crash during the dlopen() process on recent builds of glibc, ensuring smoother operation for legacy applications.
NVIDIA's commitment to improving the performance and functionality of its drivers is evident in this update, which aims to enhance user experience, particularly for those utilizing older hardware and specific application setups.
Key Improvements in Driver 575.64:
- Blank Rendering Fix: Resolved a bug that resulted in blank rendering for certain single-buffered GLX applications operating on Xwayland.- Kernel Stability: Fixed a kernel use-after-free vulnerability that impacted pre-Turing GPUs, enhancing overall system security and reliability.
- 32-bit Application Crashes: Addressed a problem where 32-bit x86 applications would crash during the dlopen() process on recent builds of glibc, ensuring smoother operation for legacy applications.
NVIDIA's commitment to improving the performance and functionality of its drivers is evident in this update, which aims to enhance user experience, particularly for those utilizing older hardware and specific application setups.
Future Considerations:
As technology evolves, ongoing updates and improvements to drivers will be crucial for maintaining compatibility with new software and operating systems. Users are encouraged to regularly check for updates to ensure optimal performance and security. Additionally, NVIDIA may introduce further enhancements that leverage the capabilities of newer GPUs and technologies, such as improved support for AI applications and advancements in gaming graphicsNVIDIA Linux x64 (AMD64 EM64T) Display Driver 575.64 released
NVIDIA has updated the new feature Linux x64 display driver, resolving issues related to blank rendering, kernel use-after-free, and crashes of 32-bit x86 applications on dlopen().
NVIDIA Linux x64 (AMD64 EM64T) Display Driver 575.64 released @ Linux Compatible