CVE-2026-17418: IBM i is Affected By Multiple Vulnerabilities in SQL

Published Aug 11, 2026
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Updated

IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a local authenticated attacker to cause a denial of service due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command.

Other sources

IBM i could allow a local authenticated attacker to cause a denial of service due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command.

— IBM

Affected Software

6 affected components
IBM IBM i>=7.3<=7.6
IBM i<=7.6
IBM i<=7.5
IBM i<=7.4
IBM i<=7.3
IBM i>=7.3<=7.6

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM i 7.6 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.6Patch SJ10867
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM i 7.5 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.5Patch SJ10868
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM i 7.4 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.4Patch SJ10869
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM i 7.3 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.3Patch SJ10870

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·05:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:22 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-17418?

The severity of CVE-2026-17418 is classified as high, with a CVSS score of 8.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-17418?

To fix CVE-2026-17418, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for IBM i versions 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6.

3

What types of attacks does CVE-2026-17418 allow?

CVE-2026-17418 allows for local authenticated attackers to cause a denial of service due to SQL command vulnerabilities.

4

Which versions of IBM i are affected by CVE-2026-17418?

IBM i versions 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 are affected by CVE-2026-17418.

5

What is the potential impact of exploiting CVE-2026-17418?

Exploiting CVE-2026-17418 could lead to a denial of service on the affected IBM i systems.

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