CyberRota Analysis
AI-GeneratedIBM AIX versions 7.2 and 7.3, along with IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1, are vulnerable to a time-of-check to time-of-use (TOCTOU) race condition that enables local attackers to execute arbitrary code. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it can lead to unauthorized access and control over affected systems. Organizations using these IBM products should prioritize patching to mitigate potential exploitation.
CVE
CVE-2026-16922
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7
EPSS
0.08%
Original NVD Description
IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a time-of-check to time-of-use (TOCTOU) race condition.
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