CVE-2026-79814

MEDIUM CVSS 3.1: 6.7 EPSS 0.09%
Updated Oct 08, 2026
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (Hpe)
Parameter Value
CVSS 6.7 (MEDIUM)
Type CWE-73 (External Control of File Name or Path)
Vendor Hewlett Packard Enterprise (Hpe)
Public PoC No

An arbitrary file write vulnerability in the ClearPass Policy Manager OnGuard agent could allow malicious users on a local instance to elevate their user privileges if certain preconditions outside of the attacker's control are met. Successful exploitation could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges on the affected system.

Attack Parameters

Attack Vector
Local
Requires local access
Attack Complexity
High
Difficult to exploit
Privileges Required
Low
Basic privileges needed
User Interaction
Required
User action required

Impact Assessment

Confidentiality
High
Complete data leak
Integrity
High
Complete data modification
Availability
High
Complete denial of service

CVSS Vector v3.1

Vulnerable Products

hewlett packard enterprise (hpe):clearpass policy manager (cppm)