CVE-2026-79834
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Unauthenticated Command Execution in HPE NonStop SQL/MX SQLCAT

Publication date: 2026-10-15

Last updated on: 2026-10-15

Assigner: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)

Description
A security vulnerability in HPE NonStop SQL/MX SQLCAT may allow an unauthenticated user to perform unauthorized command execution.

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Published
2026-10-15
Last Modified
2026-10-15
Generated
2026-10-15
AI Q&A
2026-10-15
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-79834
EUVD
EUVD-2026-102018

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Vendor Product Version / Range
Hewlett Packard Enterprise HPE NonStop SQL/MX SQLCAT T1055L40 and earlier

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CWE ID Description
CWE-20 The product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in HPE NonStop SQL/MX SQLCAT allows an unauthenticated user to execute unauthorized commands. It affects the SQLCAT component and may lead to unauthorized access or control of the system.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to run commands on the system without authentication, potentially leading to data breaches, system compromise, or unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or exposure, violating compliance requirements for GDPR and HIPAA, which mandate strict data protection and access controls.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply patches or updates provided by HPE for HPE NonStop SQL/MX SQLCAT. Restrict network access to SQLCAT services to trusted users only. Monitor network traffic for unusual command execution attempts.

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