CVE-2026-79807
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CVE-2026-79807 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A missing integrity verification vulnerability in the Windows client software for ClearPass Policy Manager could allow malicious users on a local instance to elevate their user privileges. A successful exploit could allow these users to execute attacker-supplied code with elevated privileges on the local system.. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A missing integrity verification vulnerability in the Windows client software for ClearPass Policy Manager could allow malicious users on a local instance to elevate their user privileges. A successful exploit could allow these users to execute attacker-supplied code with elevated privileges on the local system.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) | ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) | >= 6.14.0, <= 6.14.0; >= 6.11.0, <= 6.11.15 |
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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