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CVE-2026-16926

CRITICAL · CVSS 9.1 EPSS 0.31%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-20 · Last synced 2026-09-17

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IBM AIX versions 7.2 and 7.3, along with IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1, are vulnerable to a critical flaw that enables remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files through improper input handling. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it could lead to unauthorized access or system compromise. Organizations using these IBM products should prioritize patching to mitigate potential exploitation.

CVE
CVE-2026-16926
Severity
CRITICAL
CVSS
9.1
EPSS
0.31%

Original NVD Description

IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to overwrite arbitrary files due to improper neutralization of special elements in input.

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