Local Command Execution Vulnerability in IBM i Products
CVE-2026-17499

4.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
I
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-17499?

A vulnerability exists in IBM i versions 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 that permits a local attacker to potentially execute arbitrary commands. This occurs due to the improper handling of special elements within operating system commands, which can lead to unauthorized command execution. System administrators are urged to apply necessary patches to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

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:
4.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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