HPSBHF03665 rev. 3 - Realtek Audio Driver Security Update

Potential Security Impact

Escalation of Privilege, Arbitrary Code Execution

Source: HP, HP Product Security Response Team (PSRT)

VULNERABILITY SUMMARY

HP has been notified of a potential vulnerability with the Realtek High Definition Audio Driver for Windows, which may lead to DLL preloading and associated issues.

RESOLUTION

Realtek has released updates to mitigate the potential vulnerability. HP has identified the affected platforms and the corresponding SoftPaqs with minimum versions that mitigate the potential vulnerability. See the affected platforms listed below.

Newer versions may become available and the minimum versions listed below may become obsolete. If a SoftPaq Link becomes invalid, check the HP Customer Support - Software and Driver Downloads site to obtain the latest update for your product model.

HP recommends keeping your system up to date with the latest firmware and software.