CVE-2026-15431
CVE-2026-15431 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 7.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-1220.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 4.0 base score 7.3)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (1st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-1220
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- Last modified:
Description
A potential security vulnerability has been identified in the HP Support Assistant for versions prior to 9.53.2.0. The vulnerability could potentially allow a local attacker to escalate privileges due to insufficient access controls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2026-15431?
- A potential security vulnerability has been identified in the HP Support Assistant for versions prior to 9.53.2.0. The vulnerability could potentially allow a local attacker to escalate privileges due to insufficient access controls.
- How severe is CVE-2026-15431?
- CVE-2026-15431 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 7.3, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2026-15431 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2026-15431?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2026-15431 published?
- CVE-2026-15431 was published on 2026-09-03 and last updated on 2026-09-08.
References
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