Path Traversal Vulnerability in IBM i Products
CVE-2026-17071

2.7LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
I
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-17071?

A vulnerability exists in IBM i versions 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3, allowing a remote authenticated attacker to manipulate files. This occurs due to improper handling of file paths, enabling the attacker to traverse the file system and access sensitive data or execute unauthorized commands. It is crucial for users to apply appropriate patches to mitigate potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

i 7.6

i 7.5

i 7.4

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7283569
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
2.7
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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