CVE-2026-21751
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Cryptographic Weakness in HCL Hive Risks Credential Leakage

Publication date: 2026-08-24

Last updated on: 2026-08-24

Assigner: HCL Software

Description
HCL Hive is affected by a cryptographic primitive with a risky implementation which could allow an attacker unauthorized lateral compromise or widespread credential leakage if a single internal component is breached.

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Published
2026-08-24
Last Modified
2026-08-24
Generated
2026-08-24
AI Q&A
2026-08-24
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-21751
EUVD
EUVD-2026-64855

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hcl hive *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-1240 To fulfill the need for a cryptographic primitive, the product implements a cryptographic algorithm using a non-standard, unproven, or disallowed/non-compliant cryptographic implementation.

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Executive Summary

HCL Hive has a cryptographic implementation flaw that could let an attacker gain unauthorized access or steal credentials if a single internal component is compromised.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this flaw may allow attackers to move laterally within systems or leak credentials, potentially leading to data breaches or unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or leakage, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply patches or updates from HCL Hive to address the cryptographic implementation flaw. Review and rotate all credentials that may have been exposed. Monitor network traffic for unusual lateral movement or data exfiltration attempts.

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