CVE-2026-73712: Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution in HPE Networking Fabric Composer API

Published Sep 1, 2026
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Updated

A vulnerability in the API of HPE Networking Fabric Composer could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to run arbitrary commands on the underlying host if certain preconditions outside of the attacker's control are met. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system leading to complete system compromise.

Affected Software

1 affected component
HPE HPE Networking Fabric Composer

Event History

Sep 1, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:46 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:46 PM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Does exploitation require credentials or user interaction?

No. The vulnerability is rated with no privileges required and no user interaction required.

2

Is this likely to be exploitable in every deployment?

Not necessarily. Exploitation has high attack complexity and depends on certain preconditions outside the attacker’s control; the available information does not specify those preconditions or whether they exist in default configurations.

3

What is the potential impact if exploitation succeeds?

An attacker could execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system, resulting in complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

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