CVE-2026-73782: Vulnerability in Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) AOS-CX
Description
A format string vulnerability exists in the command line interface of AOS-CX that could lead to unauthenticated remote code execution. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability results in the ability to execute arbitrary code as a privileged user on the underlying operating system.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.8high
Affected software
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
AOS-CX
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2026-73782 exists in the command line interface of HPE AOS-CX. It is a format string vulnerability (CWE-134) that can be exploited remotely without authentication to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges on the underlying operating system. This could allow an attacker to fully compromise the affected system. The vulnerability affects multiple specific versions of AOS-CX as listed. There is no vendor advisory or patch information currently available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation results in arbitrary code execution as a privileged user on the underlying operating system, which can lead to full system compromise. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without authentication, increasing its risk. The CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 reflects high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the command line interface and monitor for suspicious activity. Avoid exposing the affected versions to untrusted networks.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- hpe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-13T16:39:33.898Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a9737bfacd9273b492c51a1
Added to database: 09/01/2026, 20:38:23 UTC
Last enriched: 09/07/2026, 13:22:47 UTC
Last updated: 10/16/2026, 06:48:18 UTC
Views: 90
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