VU#553437: InsydeH2O IHISI SMM is vulnerable to unsafe memory write operations

Summary

Overview An Out-of-bounds Write vulnerability in the InsydeH2O IHISI software used by HP PC BIOS can allow a local attacker with OS kernel privileges to perform arbitrary physical memory writes, including writes to System Management RAM (SMRAM). Because the vulnerable code executes in System Management Mode (SMM), successful exploitation can allow an attacker to modify SMM-protected memory and potentially achieve arbitrary code execution in SMM. Depending on the platform's memory and firmware configuration, the arbitrary physical memory write primitive may also have implications for UEFI firmware update or flash-related operations. Description HP PC BIOS is firmware that initializes and manages hardware components during the boot process and provides runtime services to the operating system and provide the ability to update firmware. The... Related CVEs: CVE-2026-12855.

Why it matters

CERT/CC notes often cover coordinated disclosures, multi-vendor exposure, infrastructure risk, or cases where remediation guidance is still developing.

Operator check

Review the CERT/CC Vulnerability Note and compare the affected vendor and product list against your inventory. Apply vendor fixes or compensating controls for IHISI SMM where available.

Sources