Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in IBM API Connect
CVE-2026-17408

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Api Connect
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 November 2026

What is CVE-2026-17408?

IBM API Connect versions 10.0.8.0 to 10.0.8.12 and 12.1.0.0 to 12.1.1.2 are susceptible to a remote code execution vulnerability due to improper handling of special elements within an OS command. This flaw can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code, posing significant risks to affected systems. Users of these versions should implement the recommended security patches to mitigate this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

API Connect 12.1.0.0 <= 12.1.1.2

API Connect 10.0.8.0 <= 10.0.8.12

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7295635
vendor-advisorypatch
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7295637
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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