CVE-2026-76668: HPE NonStop Kernel - Access to unmapped or privileged data
Published Oct 15, 2026
·Updated
A security vulnerability in HPE NonStop Kernel may allow user space access to privileged or unmapped data.
Affected Software
1 affected component
HPE NonStop Kernel
Event History
Oct 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:33 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:33 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
Who can exploit this issue?
Exploitation requires local access and low-level privileges. The provided CVSS vector indicates no user interaction is required.
2
What is the likely security impact?
The issue may allow user-space access to privileged or unmapped data. The CVSS vector rates confidentiality impact as none, while integrity and availability impacts are high.
3
Is remote exploitation indicated?
No. The attack vector is local, so the available information does not indicate exploitation over the network.
4
Is a default installation known to be affected?
The provided information does not state whether the issue affects default configurations.