CVE-2026-79884 — HIGH (8.2)

Vulnerability Description

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of AOS-8 could allow an unauthenticated adjacent attacker to bypass existing authentication controls and access sensitive information. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to gain access to some data in a cleartext format possibly exposing other network infrastructure to further compromise.

CVSS Score

8.2

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:L

Attack Vector

ADJACENT_NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

NONE

Availability

LOW

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-287

References

https://support.hpe.com/hpesc/public/docDisplay?docId=hpesbnw05162en_us&docLocal

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-79884?

CVE-2026-79884 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of AOS-8 could allow an unauthenticated adjacent attacker to bypass existing authentication controls and access sensitive information. Successful ...

How severe is CVE-2026-79884?

CVE-2026-79884 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-79884?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.