CVE-2026-16878: IBM i is Affected By Multiple Vulnerabilities in NetServer
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information due to an out-of-bounds read.
Other sources
IBM i could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information due to an out-of-bounds read.
— IBM
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
IBM i (IBM i 7.6)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.6Patch MJ10939 - Upgrade
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IBM i (IBM i 7.5)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.5Patch MJ10938 - Upgrade
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IBM i (IBM i 7.4)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.4Patch MJ10937 - Upgrade
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IBM i (IBM i 7.3)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.3Patch MJ10936
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-16878?
The severity of CVE-2026-16878 is medium, rated at 5.4.
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-16878?
CVE-2026-16878 affects IBM i versions 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3.
What type of attack does CVE-2026-16878 involve?
CVE-2026-16878 involves a remote authenticated attacker exploiting an out-of-bounds read to obtain sensitive information.
How can an organization mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2026-16878?
Organizations can mitigate the risks of CVE-2026-16878 by applying the latest security patches and updates from IBM.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2026-16878?
The potential impact of CVE-2026-16878 is the unauthorized access to sensitive information by a remote authenticated attacker.