CVE-2026-56453
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Account Takeover via Response Manipulation in HCL DFXAnalytics

Publication date: 2026-07-16

Last updated on: 2026-07-16

Assigner: HCL Software

Description
HCL DFXAnalytics is affected by an Account Takeover via Response Manipulation vulnerability. A remote attacker can intercept and alter the contents of the server's HTTP responses before they reach the client application, allowing them to manipulate the authentication or authorization logic to bypass controls and gain unauthorized access to targeted user accounts.

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Published
2026-07-16
Last Modified
2026-07-16
Generated
2026-07-16
AI Q&A
2026-07-16
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-56453
EUVD
EUVD-2026-44921

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Vendor Product Version / Range
hcl dfxanalytics *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-294 A capture-replay flaw exists when the design of the product makes it possible for a malicious user to sniff network traffic and bypass authentication by replaying it to the server in question to the same effect as the original message (or with minor changes).

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Executive Summary

HCL DFXAnalytics has an Account Takeover vulnerability caused by Response Manipulation. A remote attacker can intercept and modify HTTP responses from the server before they reach the client. This allows manipulation of authentication or authorization logic to bypass security controls and gain unauthorized access to user accounts.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could allow attackers to take over user accounts by intercepting and altering server responses. This may lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, system manipulation, or further attacks within the affected application.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal or sensitive data, violating compliance requirements under GDPR and HIPAA. It may result in data breaches, unauthorized disclosures, and failure to meet security and privacy standards.

Mitigation Strategies

Implement network monitoring to detect unusual HTTP response modifications. Ensure all communications use encrypted channels like HTTPS to prevent response manipulation. Apply patches or updates from HCL for DFXAnalytics as soon as they become available.

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