XSS Flaw in ClearPass Policy Manager Affecting HPE
CVE-2026-79799

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

HP (HP)

Status
Clearpass Policy Manager (cppm)
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 October 2026

What is CVE-2026-79799?

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of ClearPass Policy Manager allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks against administrative users. This flaw enables attackers to inject arbitrary script code that runs in the context of the user's browser, putting sensitive data and system integrity at risk. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial for users to apply the latest security updates and implement robust security practices.

Affected Version(s)

ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) 6.14.0

ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) 6.14.0

ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) 6.11.0 <= 6.11.15

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Internal security research (HPE Networking).
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