Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in HP Fan Control App by HP
CVE-2026-8864

7.3HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

HP
Status
HP Fan Control App
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-8864?

The HP Fan Control App contains a vulnerability that could permit local users to escalate their privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the system. HP has addressed this issue by releasing an updated version of the application. Users are urged to upgrade to the latest version to enhance their security posture.

Affected Version(s)

HP Fan Control App Windows 0 < 1.0.0.2

References

https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/ish_15217742-152177...

CVSS V4

Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
Physical
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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