CVE-2026-73752: Vulnerability in Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) AOS-CX
Description
An unauthenticated arbitrary file write vulnerability exists in an API endpoint of AOS-CX. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an attacker to write arbitrary files to the underlying operating system, which could lead to remote code execution.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.8high
Affected software
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
AOS-CX
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves an unauthenticated arbitrary file write in an API endpoint of HPE AOS-CX. Exploiting this flaw enables attackers to write files to the operating system without authentication, potentially leading to remote code execution. The vulnerability is identified as CWE-22 (Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory). The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official remediation or patch information is currently available, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to write arbitrary files on the system, which can lead to full remote code execution. This compromises system confidentiality, integrity, and availability, potentially allowing complete control over affected devices running vulnerable versions of HPE AOS-CX.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict network access to the vulnerable API endpoint and monitor for suspicious activity related to file writes. Follow any official guidance from Hewlett Packard Enterprise once published.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- hpe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-13T16:38:28.876Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a9737b9acd9273b492c5114
Added to database: 09/01/2026, 20:38:17 UTC
Last enriched: 09/07/2026, 13:21:02 UTC
Last updated: 10/17/2026, 18:48:22 UTC
Views: 78
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