CVE-2026-79831: HPE NonStop Posix User Threads - Heap buffer overflow vulnerability
Published Oct 15, 2026
·Updated
A heap buffer overflow in HPE NonStop Posix User Threads may allow arbitrary code execution.
Affected Software
1 affected component
HPE NonStop Posix User Threads
Event History
Oct 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:40 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:40 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What level of access does an attacker need to exploit this issue?
The CVSS vector indicates local access and low privileges are required. No user interaction is required.
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What impact could successful exploitation have?
The vulnerability may allow arbitrary code execution. The CVSS vector also indicates low confidentiality and integrity impact, with high availability impact.