CVE-2026-16879: IBM Db2 Mirror for i is affected by multiple vulnerabilities

Published Aug 11, 2026
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Updated

IBM Db2 Mirror for i 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to bypass security restrictions due to improper authorization using user-supplied input.

Other sources

IBM Db2 Mirror for i could allow a remote authenticated attacker to bypass security restrictions due to improper authorization using user-supplied input.

— IBM

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Db2 Mirror for i=7.4, =7.5, =7.6
IBM Db2 Mirror for i<=7.4
IBM Db2 Mirror for i<=7.5
IBM Db2 Mirror for i<=7.6

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM Db2 Mirror for i to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6Patch SJ10947
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM Db2 Mirror for i to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6Patch SJ10948
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM Db2 Mirror for i to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6Patch SJ10961

Event History

Aug 11, 2026
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Aug 14, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:18 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-16879?

The severity of CVE-2026-16879 is high, with a CVSS score of 8.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-16879?

To fix CVE-2026-16879, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for Db2 Mirror for i.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2026-16879?

CVE-2026-16879 affects IBM Db2 Mirror for i versions 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2026-16879 involve?

CVE-2026-16879 involves a remote authenticated attacker bypassing security restrictions due to improper authorization.

5

Is user input involved in CVE-2026-16879?

Yes, CVE-2026-16879 involves improper authorization using user-supplied input.

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