CVE-2023-5739
CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Summary
CVE-2023-5739 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting certain versions of HP PC Hardware Diagnostics for Windows. This issue permits an attacker to elevate their privileges, allowing them to gain higher access to the system than intended. Successful exploitation could lead to the installation of malware or unauthorized access to sensitive data. HP has released a patch to address this vulnerability, and users are advised to install it promptly to protect against potential attacks. Failure to apply the patch may leave systems vulnerable to privilege escalation.
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Affected Products
- HP PC Hardware Diagnostics
Affected Vendors
- HP
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