CVE-2026-76661: CWE-20 Improper input validation in Hewlett Packard Enterprise HPE NonStop QIOMON
Description
CVE-2026-76661 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hewlett Packard Enterprise's HPE NonStop QIOMON component. It involves improper input validation that leads to an out-of-bounds write, potentially corrupting buffer data. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.6, indicating significant impact on integrity and availability. No specific affected versions or patch information are provided.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.6high
Affected software
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
HPE NonStop QIOMON
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in HPE NonStop QIOMON is caused by improper input validation (CWE-20) that allows an out-of-bounds write operation. This flaw can corrupt buffer data, potentially impacting the integrity and availability of the affected system. The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, requiring low privileges and user interaction, with partial confidentiality impact, high integrity impact, and high availability impact.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to corruption of buffer data, affecting the integrity and availability of the HPE NonStop QIOMON system. Confidentiality impact is limited. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or workaround information is provided in the available data.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- hpe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-19T16:10:37.083Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ad034912cdf04f656f5e315
Added to database: 10/15/2026, 02:04:01 UTC
Last enriched: 10/15/2026, 02:18:15 UTC
Last updated: 10/15/2026, 02:18:59 UTC
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