CVE-2026-79814

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Publication date: 2026-10-06

Last updated on: 2026-10-08

Assigner: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)

Description

An arbitrary file write vulnerability in the ClearPass Policy Manager OnGuard agent could allow malicious users on a local instance to elevate their user privileges if certain preconditions outside of the attacker's control are met. Successful exploitation could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges on 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-2026-79814

EUVD

EUVD-2026-93900

Affected Vendors & Products

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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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-73	The product allows user input to control or influence paths or file names that are used in filesystem operations.

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Executive Summary

This is an arbitrary file write vulnerability in the ClearPass Policy Manager OnGuard agent. It allows local malicious users to elevate their privileges if certain external conditions are met. Successful exploitation could let an attacker run arbitrary code with higher privileges on the affected system.

Detection Guidance

Detection of this vulnerability requires manual inspection of the ClearPass Policy Manager OnGuard agent installation and configuration. Check for unusual file writes in system directories or unexpected privilege escalations. Review logs for suspicious activity related to file operations or privilege changes.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on your system. This might lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or further compromise of the affected ClearPass Policy Manager environment.

Compliance Impact

The vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges, which could lead to unauthorized access or data breaches. This may impact compliance with standards like GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (healthcare data) by increasing the risk of unauthorized data exposure or modification.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches or updates provided by HPE for ClearPass Policy Manager to address the arbitrary file write vulnerability. Ensure proper access controls are in place to limit local user privileges and restrict unauthorized modifications to system files.

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