Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in IBM i Products by IBM
CVE-2026-17272

8.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
I
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-17272?

A vulnerability present in IBM i versions 7.3 through 7.6 allows remote attackers to exploit a buffer overflow, potentially leading to denial of service situations. This security issue emphasizes the need for users to apply the necessary patches to safeguard their systems from exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

i 7.6

i 7.5

i 7.4

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7283295
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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