CVE-2026-73787 Authenticated Arbitrary File Write allows Remote Code Execution via CPPM Web Interface
Authenticated attackers can execute arbitrary commands on HPE ClearPass Policy Manager via the web interface, leading to remote code execution.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- An administrator
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2026-73787?
CVE-2026-73787 is a high-severity command injection vulnerability in Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM), published on 9 Sep 2026. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.
Official description
A vulnerability in the CPPM web interface could allow an authenticated remote attacker to access directory information on a vulnerable system. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system.
Weakness: CWE-78
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-73787?
How do I fix CVE-2026-73787?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-73787 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and pass arguments to programs as a list instead of through a shell. More about Command injection.
Is CVE-2026-73787 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-73787 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-cj8q-9793-h58q.