CVE-2026-73716: Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution in HPE Networking Fabric Composer

Published Sep 1, 2026
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Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the underlying operating system of HPE Networking Fabric Composer that 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 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands as a privileged user on the underlying operating system, leading to complete compromise of the HPE Networking Fabric Composer host.

Affected Software

1 affected component
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

Is authentication required to exploit this issue?

No. The vulnerability can be exploited by a remote attacker without authentication, but exploitation also depends on certain preconditions that are outside the attacker's control.

2

What level of access could an attacker gain after successful exploitation?

A successful attacker could execute arbitrary commands as a privileged user on the underlying operating system. This could result in complete compromise of the HPE Networking Fabric Composer host.

3

Does exploitation require user interaction?

Yes. The supplied CVSS vector indicates that user interaction is required for exploitation.

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