Session Token Forgery Vulnerability in IBM Documentation Offline
CVE-2026-17468

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Documentation Offline
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-17468?

The IBM Documentation Offline product versions 1.0.0 through 1.4.1 are susceptible to a vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to forge valid session tokens. This risk is attributed to the use of a hardcoded cryptographic key, which could lead to unauthorized access and potential data compromise. Users are encouraged to review the advisory provided by IBM and apply the necessary patches to mitigate this security issue.

Affected Version(s)

Documentation Offline 1.0.0 <= 1.4.1

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7283484
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
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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