What is the severity of CVE-2016-2245?

CVE-2016-2245 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote authentication bypass.

How do I fix CVE-2016-2245?

To fix CVE-2016-2245, upgrade HP Support Assistant to version 8.1.52.1 or later.

What does CVE-2016-2245 affect?

CVE-2016-2245 specifically affects HP Support Assistant versions prior to 8.1.52.1.

Can CVE-2016-2245 lead to unauthorized access?

Yes, CVE-2016-2245 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication, leading to potential unauthorized access.

Is there a patch available for CVE-2016-2245?

Yes, a patch is available by updating to HP Support Assistant version 8.1.52.1 or higher.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2016-2245

critical

CWE

287

19/3/2016

5/8/2024

CVE-2016-2245

First published: Sat Mar 19 2016(Updated: )

HP Support Assistant before 8.1.52.1 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via unspecified vectors.

Credit: hp-security-alert@hp.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
HP Support Assistant	<=8.1.40.3

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Reference Links

https://h20565.www2.hp.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docId=emr_na-c05031674

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2245?
CVE-2016-2245 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote authentication bypass.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2245?
To fix CVE-2016-2245, upgrade HP Support Assistant to version 8.1.52.1 or later.
What does CVE-2016-2245 affect?
CVE-2016-2245 specifically affects HP Support Assistant versions prior to 8.1.52.1.
Can CVE-2016-2245 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2016-2245 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication, leading to potential unauthorized access.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2016-2245?
Yes, a patch is available by updating to HP Support Assistant version 8.1.52.1 or higher.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2245?
CVE-2016-2245 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote authentication bypass.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2245?
To fix CVE-2016-2245, upgrade HP Support Assistant to version 8.1.52.1 or later.
What does CVE-2016-2245 affect?
CVE-2016-2245 specifically affects HP Support Assistant versions prior to 8.1.52.1.
Can CVE-2016-2245 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2016-2245 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication, leading to potential unauthorized access.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2016-2245?
Yes, a patch is available by updating to HP Support Assistant version 8.1.52.1 or higher.