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HIGH

CVE-2026-79802

CVSS v3

8.8

HIGH

EPSS Score

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exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

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SSVC status

Description

A command injection vulnerability exists in the client software of ClearPass Policy Manager. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker who is able to supply crafted input to the affected software to execute arbitrary commands with elevated privileges on the affected host.

Technical details

CVSS v3 Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Published
2026-10-06
Last Modified
2026-10-06

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-79802?

A command injection vulnerability exists in the client software of ClearPass Policy Manager. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker who is able to supply crafted input to the affected software to execute arbitrary commands with elevated privileges on the affected host.

Is CVE-2026-79802 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2026-79802 has not been confirmed.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-79802?

CVE-2026-79802 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity), with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

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