Authentication Bypass in IBM Security Verify Access and IBM Verify Identity Access
CVE-2026-16823

9.1CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Security Verify Access
Verify Identity Access
Security Verify Access Container
Verify Identity Access Container
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 October 2026

What is CVE-2026-16823?

A security flaw exists in IBM Security Verify Access versions 10.0 through 10.0.9.2 and IBM Verify Identity Access versions 11.0 through 11.0.3. This vulnerability could be exploited by a remote attacker, allowing them to bypass critical security restrictions due to improper authentication mechanisms. Organizations utilizing these products are advised to assess their exposure and apply necessary patches as advised by IBM to safeguard against potential security breaches.

Affected Version(s)

Security Verify Access 10.0 <= 10.0.9.2

Security Verify Access Container 10.0 <= 10.0.9.2

Verify Identity Access 11.0 <= 11.0.3

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7291628
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.1
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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