CVE-2026-76742

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Publication date: 2026-10-06

Last updated on: 2026-10-08

Assigner: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)

Description

Authentication bypass vulnerabilities exist in the web management interface of AOS-S. Successful exploitation could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to the affected system.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-10-06

Last Modified

2026-10-08

Generated

2026-10-19

AI Q&A

2026-10-07

EPSS Evaluated

2026-10-18

NVD

CVE-2026-76742

EUVD

EUVD-2026-93976

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
Hewlett	Packard	Enterprise (HPE) AOS-Switch (AOS-S) 16.11.0000

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-269	The product does not properly assign, modify, track, or check privileges for an actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an authentication bypass flaw in the web management interface of HPE AOS-S. It allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to the affected system without proper credentials.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check for unauthorized access attempts to the AOS-S web management interface. Monitor logs for unusual login patterns or unexpected administrative activities. Ensure all systems are updated to the latest AOS-S version to mitigate risks.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain full control over the affected system, potentially leading to data breaches, system compromise, or disruption of services. The high CVSS score indicates severe impact.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access, violating data protection requirements in GDPR and HIPAA. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately restrict access to the web management interface of AOS-S to trusted networks or IP addresses. Update to the latest patched version of AOS-S as soon as possible. Monitor network traffic for unusual activity or unauthorized access attempts.

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