CVE-2025-13915: Authentication bypass in IBM API Connect

Published Dec 17, 2025
·
Updated

IBM API Connect 10.0.8.0 through 10.0.8.5, and 10.0.11.0 could allow a remote attacker to bypass authentication mechanisms and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Other sources

IBM API Connect could allow a remote attacker to bypass authentication mechanisms and gain unauthorized access to the application.

— IBM

Affected Software

5 affected components
IBM API Connect>=10.0.8.0<10.0.8.5
IBM API Connect<=V10.0.8.0-V10.0.8.5
IBM API Connect<=V10.0.11.0
IBM API Connect>=10.0.8.0<=10.0.8.5
IBM API Connect=10.0.11.0

Remediation

Information

IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerability now by upgrading. Product(s)Affected Version RangeRemediated VersionInstructions / DownloadIBM API Connect V10.0.810.0.8.0 – 10.0.8.5iFix  Instructions: https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7255318   10.0.8.1: https://ibm.biz/BdbtC6   10.0.8.2-ifix1: https://ibm.biz/BdbtCN   10.0.8.2-ifix2: https://ibm.biz/BdbtC7   10.0.8.3: https://ibm.biz/BdbtCW   10.0.8.4: https://ibm.biz/BdbtQc   10.0.8.5: https://ibm.biz/BdbtQB   IBM API Connect V10.010.0.11iFix https://ibm.biz/BdbtCw

Event History

Dec 17, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Dec 26, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Dec 31, 2025
News Published
via BleepingComputer·10:34 AM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·10:35 AM

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-13915?

CVE-2025-13915 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for unauthorized access to the IBM API Connect application.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-13915?

To fix CVE-2025-13915, upgrade IBM API Connect to versions 10.0.8.6 or later, or 10.0.11.1 or later.

3

What types of attacks does CVE-2025-13915 enable?

CVE-2025-13915 enables remote attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms.

4

Which versions of IBM API Connect are affected by CVE-2025-13915?

IBM API Connect versions from 10.0.8.0 to 10.0.8.5 and 10.0.11.0 are affected by CVE-2025-13915.

5

Can CVE-2025-13915 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-13915 can be exploited remotely, allowing unauthorized access.

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