InsydeH2O Tools Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in H2OFFT64.sys

Vulnerability

A buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the InsydeH2O tools, specifically in the H2OFFT64.sys driver. This vulnerability arises because the driver uses the RTL_QUERY_REGISTRY_DIRECT flag to read a registry value, which an untrusted user-mode application may exploit to cause a buffer overflow.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to a buffer overflow, allowing for potential arbitrary code execution or causing a crash.

Remediation

Users are advised to update to version 200.02.01.00 or newer. For those using HP tools, the following versions should be used: HP FlashWin 6.51.00, HP Readback tool 1.2.4.0, HP FlashVerifyUtility 6.2.5.0, or HP IsSecureBootKeyInstaller 1.2.0.2.

Added: Jan 14, 2026, 2:20 AM
Updated: Jan 14, 2026, 2:20 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
7.5
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
2.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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