CVE-2026-73732
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Authentication Bypass in HPE Networking Fabric Composer

Publication date: 2026-09-01

Last updated on: 2026-09-01

Assigner: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)

Description
A vulnerability in the underlying operating system of HPE Networking Fabric Composer could allow an authenticated low privilege operator user with local access to obtain sensitive information. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to retrieve sensitive data which could be used to gain further unauthorized access to the affected system and to other systems it interacts with.

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Published
2026-09-01
Last Modified
2026-09-01
Generated
2026-09-02
AI Q&A
2026-09-01
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-73732
EUVD
EUVD-2026-69459

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hpe networking_fabric_composer *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-200 The product exposes sensitive information to an actor that is not explicitly authorized to have access to that information.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is in HPE Networking Fabric Composer's operating system. An authenticated low-privilege operator with local access could exploit it to obtain sensitive information. Exploitation may allow attackers to retrieve data that could be used for further unauthorized access to the system or connected systems.

Detection Guidance

Detection of this vulnerability requires checking for unauthorized access or sensitive data exposure on systems running HPE Networking Fabric Composer. Review system logs for unusual local access by low-privilege users and inspect data retrieval activities. No specific commands are provided in the available context.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data. Attackers might use the retrieved information to gain control over the affected system or other systems it interacts with, potentially causing data breaches or system compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, which may result in non-compliance with regulations like GDPR or HIPAA. Data breaches caused by such vulnerabilities often require reporting and can lead to legal penalties or loss of trust.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply vendor-provided patches or updates for HPE Networking Fabric Composer. Restrict local access to authorized users only. Monitor system logs for suspicious activity. Consider isolating the affected system if sensitive data exposure is a concern.

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