Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old HP Instant Support ActiveX flaw that could let a remote attacker run code on a user’s Windows system if the vulnerable control is present. The business risk is highest for legacy desktops still carrying HP Instant Support before 1.0.0.24. Exposure is likely limited to legacy systems with HP Instant Support before 1.0.0.24 and the vulnerable HPISDataManager ActiveX control installed. Modern fleets are less likely exposed unless old OEM support software remains on endpoints. Medium-to-high for organizations with legacy HP desktop software; low for fleets that can prove the component is absent. The issue is old, but arbitrary code execution on endpoints warrants targeted inventory and cleanup. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for HP Instant Support and HPISDataManager.dll.; Update HP Instant Support to 1.0.0.24 or later where applicable.; Remove HP Instant Support from systems that no longer need it..
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- hp-instantsupport-movefile-bo(42846)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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