CVE-2026-79809
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CVE-2026-79809 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An unauthenticated path traversal vulnerability exists in an API endpoint of ClearPass Policy Manager. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to influence authorization decisions and be assigned an unintended role.. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An unauthenticated path traversal vulnerability exists in an API endpoint of ClearPass Policy Manager. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to influence authorization decisions and be assigned an unintended role.
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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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Timeline
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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