PatchTheCVECVE-2026-73736: A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of HPE Networking Fabric Composer could allow an unauthe
CVE-2026-73736 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.3) 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 web-based management interface of HPE Networking Fabric Composer could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to view some system files. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to read files within the affected directory.
Why this priority
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.3 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 64%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-552 |
| 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-2026-73736?
fabric composer: upgrade to newer than 7.3.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-73736 being exploited?
CVE-2026-73736 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-2026-73736 affect?
CVE-2026-73736 affects fabric composer. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.3). A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of HPE Networking Fabric Composer could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to view some system files. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to read files within the affec
How urgent is CVE-2026-73736?
Priority 33/100. Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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