CyberRota Analysis
AI-GeneratedIBM AIX versions 7.2 and 7.3, along with IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1, are susceptible to a critical use-after-free vulnerability that enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. Organizations utilizing these systems should prioritize immediate patching and mitigation efforts to prevent potential exploitation, as the severity rating indicates a high risk of compromise.
CVE
CVE-2026-17118
Severity
CRITICAL
CVSS
9.8
EPSS
0.44%
Original NVD Description
IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a use-after-free vulnerability.
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