CVE-2026-16694: IBM i is Affected By Stored Cross-site Scripting for i

Published Aug 11, 2026
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Updated

IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 is vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

Other sources

IBM i is vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

— IBM

Affected Software

5 affected components
IBM IBM i=7.6, =7.5, =7.4, =7.3
IBM i<=7.6
IBM i<=7.5
IBM i<=7.4
IBM i<=7.3

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM i to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.6Patch SJ10887
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM i to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.5Patch SJ10888
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM i to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.4Patch SJ10890
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM i to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.3Patch SJ10891
  5. Compensating control

    Limit access to the IBM i Web UI for authenticated users (e.g., only trusted users/management networks) to reduce exposure to stored cross-site scripting while applying the PTFs.

Event History

Aug 11, 2026
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Aug 12, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-16694?

The severity of CVE-2026-16694 is rated as medium with a score of 6.4.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-16694?

To mitigate CVE-2026-16694, ensure that the IBM i system is updated to the latest version and apply any available security patches.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-16694?

CVE-2026-16694 affects IBM i versions 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-16694?

CVE-2026-16694 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-16694?

The potential impacts of CVE-2026-16694 include the ability for an authenticated user to disclose credentials through malicious JavaScript embedded in the Web UI.

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