Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in IBM i Products
CVE-2026-16860

9.9CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
I
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-16860?

A security vulnerability in IBM i versions 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could enable remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code. This occurs due to an uncontrolled search path element, which allows potential exploitation of the system. Users are strongly advised to apply provided patches to mitigate risk and protect their environments.

Affected Version(s)

i 7.6

i 7.5

i 7.4

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7283282
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.9
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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