CVE-2008-0706: High severity hp hpqflash for hp notebook system bios vulnerability

Published Mar 31, 2008

Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the BIOS F.26 and earlier for the HP Compaq Notebook PC allows physically proximate attackers to obtain privileged access via unspecified vectors, possibly involving an authentication bypass of the power-on password.

Affected Software

12 affected components

HP Hpqflash For Hp Notebook System Bios=f.2a

HP Hpqflash For Hp Notebook System Bios=f.26

HP Hpqflash For Hp Notebook System Bios=f.2b

Compaq Presario A900

Compaq Presario C700

HP Hpqflash For Hp Notebook System Bios=f.2f

HP Hpqflash For Hp Notebook System Bios=f.21

HP Hpqflash For Hp Notebook System Bios=f.30

HP G7000

HP Hpqflash For Hp Notebook System Bios=f.28

HP Hpqflash For Hp Notebook System Bios=f.18

HP Hpqflash For Hp Notebook System Bios=f.2e

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28495

Event History

Mar 31, 2008

CVE Published

via MITRE·11:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·11:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-0706?

The severity of CVE-2008-0706 is considered high due to the potential for unauthorized privileged access.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0706?

To fix CVE-2008-0706, update to the latest BIOS version provided by HP that addresses this vulnerability.

What systems are affected by CVE-2008-0706?

CVE-2008-0706 affects HP and Compaq notebook systems with BIOS versions F.26 and earlier.

Can CVE-2008-0706 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2008-0706 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires physical proximity to the affected device.

What are the potential attack vectors for CVE-2008-0706?

The attack vectors for CVE-2008-0706 may involve an authentication bypass related to the power-on password.