CVE-2025-13333: IBM WebSphere Application Server could provide weaker than expected security

Published Feb 10, 2026
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Application Server 9.0, and 8.5 could provide weaker than expected security during system administration of security settings.

Other sources

IBM WebSphere Application Server could provide weaker than expected security during system administration of security settings.

— IBM

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM WebSphere Application Server<=9.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server<=8.5
IBM WebSphere Application Server=8.5.0.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server=9.0.0.0

Remediation

Information

IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerability now by applying a currently available interim fix or fix pack that contains the fix for APAR PH68976. Attention: After installing the interim fix or fixpack, please follow the additional instructions provided in the interim fix link referenced below to complete the remediation.  For IBM WebSphere Application Server traditional: For V9.0.0.0 through 9.0.5.26: · Upgrade to minimal fix pack levels as required by the interim fix and then apply the Interim Fix that resolves PH68976 https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7260117  and carefully follow the instructions for steps required after fix installation. --OR-- · Apply Fix Pack 9.0.5.27 or later (targeted availability 1Q2026) and carefully follow the instructions in PH68976 https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7260117  for steps required after fixpack installation. For V8.5.0.0 through 8.5.5.29: · Upgrade to minimal fix pack levels as required by the interim fix and then apply the Interim Fix that resolves PH68976 https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7260117  and carefully follow the instructions for steps required after fix installation. --OR-- · Apply Fix Pack 8.5.5.30 or later (targeted availability 3Q2026) and carefully follow the instructions in PH68976 https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7260117  for steps required after fixpack installation. Additional interim fixes may be available and linked off the interim fix download page.

Event History

Feb 10, 2026
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Feb 17, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:45 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-13333?

CVE-2025-13333 is classified as a serious vulnerability that could expose sensitive security settings in IBM WebSphere Application Server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-13333?

To remediate CVE-2025-13333, apply the latest security patches and updates provided by IBM for WebSphere Application Server.

3

Which versions of IBM WebSphere Application Server are affected by CVE-2025-13333?

CVE-2025-13333 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 8.5 and 9.0.

4

What type of risk does CVE-2025-13333 pose to my system?

CVE-2025-13333 poses a risk of unauthorized access to security settings, which could lead to a compromise of the application server.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-13333?

There are no official workarounds for CVE-2025-13333; the best mitigation is to apply the necessary updates from IBM.

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