CVE-2026-56569
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Sensitive Data Exposure in HCL iControl

Publication date: 2026-07-31

Last updated on: 2026-07-31

Assigner: HCL Software

Description
HCL iControl was affected by Sensitive Data Exposure vulnerabilities. It involves the public exposure of internal configuration files due to improper web server or application hardening.

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Published
2026-07-31
Last Modified
2026-07-31
Generated
2026-07-31
AI Q&A
2026-07-31
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-56569
EUVD
EUVD-2026-51543

Affected Vendors & Products

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hcl icontrol *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-497 The product does not properly prevent sensitive system-level information from being accessed by unauthorized actors who do not have the same level of access to the underlying system as the product does.

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Executive Summary

HCL iControl had Sensitive Data Exposure vulnerabilities due to improper web server or application hardening. This allowed internal configuration files to be publicly exposed.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check for exposed configuration files on HCL iControl systems. Look for files like /config/bigip.conf or /config/bigip_base.conf accessible via HTTP/HTTPS. Use commands like curl to test URLs such as http://<target>/config/bigip.conf or https://<target>/tmui/login.jsp. Verify if sensitive data like passwords or internal IPs are exposed.

Impact Analysis

Attackers could access sensitive internal configuration files, potentially exposing confidential system details or credentials. This could lead to further attacks or data breaches.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability involves sensitive data exposure due to improper web server or application hardening, which could lead to unauthorized access to internal configuration files. Such exposure may violate data protection requirements under GDPR and HIPAA by compromising confidentiality of personal or health information.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately restrict access to HCL iControl by reviewing and tightening web server or application configurations. Ensure sensitive configuration files are not publicly accessible and apply proper hardening measures to prevent exposure.

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