Remote Authentication Bypass in IBM i Software by IBM
CVE-2026-17274

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
I
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-17274?

A significant vulnerability allows remote authenticated attackers to bypass security restrictions in IBM i versions 7.3 through 7.6, stemming from predictable server seeds. This flaw can enable unauthorized actions, posing a serious risk to the integrity and security of sensitive data managed by the affected systems. Users are urged to apply the latest security patches to mitigate potential threats.

Affected Version(s)

i 7.6

i 7.5

i 7.4

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7285844
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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