CVE-2026-73788: Privilege Escalation in ClearPass OnGuard Agent
Published Sep 9, 2026
·Updated
A vulnerability in the ClearPass OnGuard agent could allow an authenticated remote attacker to elevate their own privileges on a vulnerable ClearPass OnGuard deployment. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to obtain root privileges, leading to potentially unauthorized operation of the vulnerable system.
Affected Software
1 affected component
HPE ClearPass OnGuard Agent
Event History
Sep 9, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:14 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:14 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
Does exploitation require user interaction?
No. The CVSS vector indicates that no user interaction is required.
2
What is the assessed impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability?
The CVSS vector rates integrity impact as high. It rates confidentiality and availability impact as none, and scope as unchanged.