CVE-2026-16887: IBM i is Affected By A Denial of Service Vulnerability DST/SST []
Published Aug 11, 2026
·Updated
IBM i 7.6 could allow a remote attacker to cause a denial of service due to an out-of-bounds write.
Other sources
IBM i could allow a remote attacker to cause a denial of service due to an out-of-bounds write.
— IBM
Affected Software
2 affected components
IBM IBM i=7.6
IBM i<=7.6
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
IBM i 7.6to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.6Patch MJ10909
Event History
Aug 11, 2026
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Aug 13, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:51 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-16887?
CVE-2026-16887 has a high severity rating of 7.5.
2
What impact does CVE-2026-16887 have on affected systems?
CVE-2026-16887 can lead to a denial of service on IBM i 7.6 due to an out-of-bounds write.
3
How do I fix CVE-2026-16887?
To fix CVE-2026-16887, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for your IBM i system.
4
Which versions of IBM i are affected by CVE-2026-16887?
CVE-2026-16887 specifically affects IBM i version 7.6.
5
Can CVE-2026-16887 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2026-16887 can be exploited remotely by an attacker to cause denial of service.