Remote Code Execution Risk in IBM AIX and PowerVM Due to Authentication Flaw
CVE-2026-17000

8.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Aix
Powervm ViOS
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-17000?

A severe vulnerability in IBM AIX versions 7.2 and 7.3, as well as PowerVM VIOS version 4.1, has been identified, potentially allowing a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access and execute arbitrary code. This issue arises from improper authentication mechanisms that could be exploited by malicious actors to compromise the affected systems. Users are highly encouraged to apply relevant patches and updates to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

AIX 7.2

AIX 7.3

PowerVM VIOS 4.1

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7283858
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

CVE-2026-14970, CVE-2026-15061, CVE-2026-15078, CVE-2026-15065, CVE-2026-15068 were reported to IBM by Oneconsult AG (https://oneconsult.com/).
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