CVE-2026-76708
📛 CVE Title
Unauthenticated Remote Unauthorized Access Vulnerability in HPE Networking Analytics and Location Engine (ALE)
Description
A vulnerability exists in the Analytics and Location Engine (ALE) where the application and underlying operating system use default, hard-coded credentials for several administrative and system accounts. An unauthenticated remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability by attempting to log in using these known default credentials. Successful exploitation could result in an attacker gaining unauthorized access to the application's management interface and the underlying operating system, potentially leading to full system compromise.
Overview
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Assigner (CNA)
- hpe
- CVSS severity
- CRITICAL
- CVSS score
- 9.8 / 10
- CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H- Effective score
- 9.8 / 10 CRITICAL source: CNA overview
- CWE(s)
- —
- Reserved
- 2026-08-19
- Published
- 2026-09-22 19:12 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-09-23 20:02 UTC
- Source
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2026/76xxx/CVE-2026-76708.json
- Linked Threat
- CVE-2026-76708 — Unauthenticated Remote Unauthorized Access Vulnerability in HPE Networking Analytics and Location Engine (ALE)
NVD triage scoring NVD CVE 2.0
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- NVD published
- 2026-09-22 20:17:06 UTC
- NVD last modified
- 2026-09-22 20:17:06 UTC
- NVD CVSS v3.1
- 9.8 / 10 CRITICAL source: security-alert@hpe.com
- NVD CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H- Exploitability subscore
- 3.9 / 10
- Impact subscore
- 5.9 / 10
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European Union Vulnerability Database ENISA EUVD
ENISA's official EU repository for curated vulnerability intelligence. Carries a separate identifier (EUVD-YYYY-NNNN) and frequently exposes an earlier-published description + CVSS than NVD does.
- EUVD ID
-
EUVD-2026-84668 - Assigner
- hpe
- Published
- Sep 22, 2026, 7:12:25 PM
- Updated
- Sep 23, 2026, 12:03:56 PM
- EUVD base score (CVSS 3.1)
-
9.8 / 10
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H - EUVD-reported EPSS
- 0.0000
- Vendors
- Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
- Products
-
ALE (0.0.0.0 ≤5.0.0.0)
- Aliases
-
GHSA-xfrf-hcm4-q67f
ENISA description: A vulnerability exists in the Analytics and Location Engine (ALE) where the application and underlying operating system use default, hard-coded credentials for several administrative and system accounts. An unauthenticated remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability by attempting to log in using these known default credentials. Successful exploitation could result in an attacker gaining unauthorized access to the application's management interface and the underlying operating system, potentially leading to full system compromise.
Affected products (1)
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) | ALE |
0.0.0.0 (affected)
|
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Vendor references (1)
References embedded in the original CVE record by the assigning CNA.
Web references (0)
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No web references attached yet.
NVD-tagged references (1)
Reference list NVD curates from the CNA record, vendor advisories, and third-party reports. The tag chips below are NVD's analyst-assigned categories.
- https://support.hpe.com/hpesc/public/docDisplay?docId=hpesbnw05137en_us&docLocale=en_US security-alert@hpe.com
Remediations (10)
Remediations are stored against the linked Threat row; the list below is deduplicated across both pages.
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web:app.opencve.io
Remediation No vendor fix or workaround currently provided. OpenCVE Recommended Actions Apply any HPE‑published patch or firmware update for ALE that removes default credentials Change all default administrative and system passwords to strong, unique values Disable or restrict remote management interfaces to trusted hosts only
2026-09-23 15:16 UTC -
web:blog.qualys.com
The August 2026 Microsoft Patch Tuesday release delivers security fixes for vulnerabilities affecting a wide range of Microsoft products and services.
2026-09-23 15:16 UTC -
web:cvebrief.com
Remediation Immediate Action: Consult the official Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) support portal for the latest security updates and follow instructions to disable or change all default, hard-coded credentials immediately.
2026-09-23 15:16 UTC -
web:learn.microsoft.com
This update installs the complete .NET Framework 3.5 product for Windows 11, version 26H1 (build version 28000) and newer. Unlike traditional cumulative updates that patch individual components, this update delivers the full .NET Framework 3.5 product as a standalone installer. It replaces any previously installed version.
2026-09-23 15:16 UTC -
web:senserva.com
Every Microsoft security patch (KB) and the CVEs it fixes, with severity, CVSS, and CISA KEV status. Cross-linked to the CVE reference.
2026-09-23 15:16 UTC -
web:support.microsoft.com
Be aware that the update in the Microsoft Download Center applies to the Microsoft Installer (.msi)-based edition of Office 2016. It doesn't apply to the Office 2016 Click-to-Run editions, such as Microsoft Office 365 Home. (See What version of Office am I using?) How to get and install the update Method 1: Microsoft Update This update is available from Microsoft Update. When you turn on ...
2026-09-23 15:16 UTC -
web:www.bleepingcomputer.com
Today is Microsoft's August 2026 Patch Tuesday, and with it comes security updates for a massive 400 flaws, including one actively exploited and two publicly disclosed zero-day vulnerabilities.
2026-09-23 15:16 UTC -
web:www.cisecurity.org
<p>Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in Microsoft products, the most severe of which could allow for remote code execution. Successful exploitation of the most severe of these vulnerabilities could result in an attacker gaining the same privileges as the logged-on user. Depending on the privileges associated with the user, an attacker could then install programs; view, change, or ...
2026-09-23 15:16 UTC -
web:www.computerworld.com
August's Patch Tuesday is a big one: 751 fixes, an exploited WinSock flaw and plenty of critical Windows, Office and Exchange issues.
2026-09-23 15:16 UTC -
web:www.cvefind.com
Full details for CVE-2026-76708 : technical description, impact, CVSS/EPSS scores, linked CWE, CAPEC, affected CPEs, disclosure date, and mitigation options.
2026-09-23 15:16 UTC
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Raw JSON
The full cvelistV5 record. Download as CVE-2026-76708.json.
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