CVE-2026-79813: Local Privilege Escalation in ClearPass Client Software
A local privilege escalation vulnerability exists in the ClearPass client software. Successful exploitation could allow a low-privileged local user to execute commands with elevated privileges on the affected system, if certain conditions outside of the attacker's control are met.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can exploit this issue?
Exploitation requires a low-privileged user with local access to a system running the affected ClearPass client software. It is not described as remotely exploitable.
What access and interaction are required?
The vector is local, and the attacker must already have low-level privileges on the affected system. User interaction is also required, and additional conditions outside the attacker's control must be met.
What is the likely impact of successful exploitation?
A successful attacker could execute commands with elevated privileges. This could affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.