CVE-2026-82346: HP ImageDiags - Potential Escalation of Privilege
Published Aug 31, 2026
·Updated
A potential security vulnerability has been identified in the HP ImageDiags for versions prior to 5.0.0.36. The vulnerability could potentially allow a local attacker to escalate privileges due to insufficient access controls.
Affected Software
1 affected component
HP HP ImageDiags<5.0.0.36
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
HP ImageDiagsto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.0.0.36
Event History
Aug 31, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:35 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
Who can exploit this issue?
Exploitation requires a local attacker. The available information does not indicate that it can be exploited remotely.
2
Which versions should be prioritized for remediation?
HP ImageDiags versions earlier than 5.0.0.36 are affected. Upgrade to version 5.0.0.36 or later.
3
What is the likely impact if exploitation succeeds?
A local attacker could potentially escalate privileges because of insufficient access controls.