CVE-2026-76678

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.72%

Last modified

CVE-2026-76678 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability in the API endpoint of HPE Networking EdgeConnect SD-WAN Gateways could allow a low-privilege authenticated remote attacker to escalate privileges. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may enable the attacker to execute arbitrary system commands with root privileges on the underlying operating system.. EPSS estimates a 0.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in the API endpoint of HPE Networking EdgeConnect SD-WAN Gateways could allow a low-privilege authenticated remote attacker to escalate privileges. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may enable the attacker to execute arbitrary system commands with root privileges on the underlying operating system.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.72%

52.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.

VendorProductVersions
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)EdgeConnect SD-WAN Gateways>= 9.7.0.0, <= 9.7.0.0; >= 9.6.0.0, <= 9.6.3.1; >= 9.5.0.0, <= 9.5.8.1; >= 9.4.0.0, <= 9.4.8.2

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Undergoing Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-76678?
A vulnerability in the API endpoint of HPE Networking EdgeConnect SD-WAN Gateways could allow a low-privilege authenticated remote attacker to escalate privileges. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may enable the attacker to execute arbitrary system commands with root privileges on the underlying operating system.
How severe is CVE-2026-76678?
CVE-2026-76678 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-76678?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST