CVE-2026-17203: IBM Application Runtime Expert (ARE) for IBM i is vulnerable to a user gaining elevated privileges and sensitive information [, ].

Published Aug 21, 2026
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Updated

IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i 1R1M0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information due to improper authentication enforcement.

Other sources

IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information due to improper authentication enforcement.

IBM

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i=1R1M0
IBM IBM Application Runtime Expert (ARE) for IBM i
IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i<=V1R1M0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i (ARE) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1R1M0Patch SJ11185

Event History

Aug 21, 2026
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Aug 28, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:43 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:43 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does exploitation require authentication?

The vulnerability description says a remote authenticated attacker could exploit the issue, while the CVSS vector lists PR:N (no privileges required). The provided data does not resolve this discrepancy, so treat authentication requirements as needing vendor confirmation during triage.

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