PatchTheCVECVE-2026-73729: A vulnerability in the underlying operating system of HPE Networking Fabric Composer could allow an authentica
CVE-2026-73729 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.5) affecting fabric composer. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A vulnerability in the underlying operating system of HPE Networking Fabric Composer could allow an authenticated low privilege operator user with local access to upstream AFC dependencies to view sensitive information. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to access data beyond what is authorized by the user's existing privilege level, potentially leading to further unauthorized access.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.5 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.1% (top 97%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-269 |
| Published | 2026-09-01 |
| Last modified | 2026-09-03 |
Last updated 2026-09-03 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-73729?
fabric composer: upgrade to newer than 7.3.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-73729 being exploited?
CVE-2026-73729 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-73729 affect?
CVE-2026-73729 affects fabric composer. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.5). A vulnerability in the underlying operating system of HPE Networking Fabric Composer could allow an authenticated low privilege operator user with local access to upstream AFC dependencies to view sensitive information. Successful exploitat
How urgent is CVE-2026-73729?
Priority 23/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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