CVE-2026-56577
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Weak Password Policy in HCL MyCloud

Publication date: 2026-07-21

Last updated on: 2026-07-21

Assigner: HCL Software

Description
HCL MyCloud was affected with Weak Password Policy. It may increase the risk of account compromise through brute-force or credential-based attacks.

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Published
2026-07-21
Last Modified
2026-07-21
Generated
2026-07-21
AI Q&A
2026-07-21
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-56577
EUVD
EUVD-2026-46340

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hcl mycloud *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-521 The product does not require that users should have strong passwords.

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Executive Summary

HCL MyCloud has a weak password policy that could allow attackers to guess or crack passwords more easily. This increases the risk of unauthorized access through brute-force or credential-based attacks.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit weak passwords to gain access to your HCL MyCloud account. This may lead to data theft, unauthorized changes, or disruption of services if the attacker gains control.

Compliance Impact

Weak password policies can violate compliance requirements that mandate strong authentication, such as GDPR (data protection) or HIPAA (health data security). Non-compliance may result in legal penalties or loss of certification.

Mitigation Strategies

Enforce a strong password policy for HCL MyCloud accounts. Ensure passwords meet complexity requirements and are changed regularly to reduce brute-force attack risks.

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