CVE-2026-79802
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Publication date: 2026-10-06

Last updated on: 2026-10-08

Assigner: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)

Description
A command injection vulnerability exists in the client software of ClearPass Policy Manager. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker who is able to supply crafted input to the affected software to execute arbitrary commands with elevated privileges on the affected host.

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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-2026-79802
EUVD
EUVD-2026-93889

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) 6.14.0
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) 6.11.0

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CWE ID Description
CWE-77 The product constructs all or part of a command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended command when it is sent to a downstream component.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a command injection flaw in the client software of ClearPass Policy Manager. It allows an attacker to supply crafted input that executes arbitrary commands with elevated privileges on the affected host.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to run malicious commands on your system, potentially gaining control over it. This could lead to data theft, system damage, or unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Compliance Impact

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

Mitigation Strategies

Apply vendor-provided patches or updates for ClearPass Policy Manager immediately. Disable unnecessary services or network access to the affected software until patched. Monitor network traffic for unusual command execution patterns or unauthorized privilege escalation attempts.

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