CVE-2026-73742
Improper Client Address Validation allows Request Attribution Spoofing in Fabric Composer API Endpoint
Description
A vulnerability in an API endpoint of HPE Networking Fabric Composer could allow an authenticated low privilege operator user to spoof the source address attributed to their requests. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to cause inaccurate attribution information to be recorded on the affected system.
INFO
Published Date :
Sept. 1, 2026, 8:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
Sept. 1, 2026, 9:18 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-73742
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 | |||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | eb103674-0d28-4225-80f8-39fb86215de0 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Apply vendor patches for HPE Networking Fabric Composer.
- Update the software to the latest version.
- Review access control configurations.
- Monitor network traffic for anomalies.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-73742.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://support.hpe.com/hpesc/public/docDisplay?docId=hpesbnw05133en_us&docLocale=en_US |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
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approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-73742
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CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Sep. 01, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CWE CWE-290 Added SSVC {'id': 'CVE-2026-73742', 'role': 'CISA Coordinator', 'options': [{'exploitation': 'none'}, {'automatable': 'no'}, {'technicalImpact': 'partial'}], 'version': '2.0.3', 'timestamp': '2026-09-01T20:08:29.513451Z'} -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Sep. 01, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description A vulnerability in an API endpoint of HPE Networking Fabric Composer could allow an authenticated low privilege operator user to spoof the source address attributed to their requests. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to cause inaccurate attribution information to be recorded on the affected system. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/73xxx/CVE-2026-73742.json">CVE-2026-73742</a> Added Reference https://support.hpe.com/hpesc/public/docDisplay?docId=hpesbnw05133en_us&docLocale=en_US