CVE-2026-12556
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CVE-2026-12556 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Potential security vulnerabilities have been identified in HP Easy Start for macOS, versions prior to 2.16.7.260722. These potential vulnerabilities may lead to escalation of privilege. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Potential security vulnerabilities have been identified in HP Easy Start for macOS, versions prior to 2.16.7.260722. These potential vulnerabilities may lead to escalation of privilege. HP is releasing updates to mitigate these potential vulnerabilities.
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Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| HP Inc | HP Easy Start for macOS | < <2.16.7.260722 |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Deferred
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