Server-Side Request Forgery Vulnerability in IBM Sterling File Gateway
CVE-2026-7253

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
IBM Watson Speech Services Cartridge
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-7253?

IBM Sterling File Gateway, part of IBM Watson Speech Services, contains a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability. This flaw allows an authenticated attacker to potentially send unauthorized requests from the system, which could lead to network enumeration and the facilitation of further attacks. Prompt remediation is essential to secure affected systems and mitigate potential threats.

Affected Version(s)

IBM Watson Speech Services Cartridge 4.0.0 <= 5.3.1

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7276994

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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