CVE-2026-17420: IBM i is Affected By Multiple Vulnerabilities in SQL

Published Aug 11, 2026
·
Updated

IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to bypass security restrictions due to improper neutralization of special elements in an SQL parameter.

Other sources

IBM i could allow a remote authenticated attacker to bypass security restrictions due to improper neutralization of special elements in an SQL parameter.

— IBM

Affected Software

5 affected components
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.

    Patch SJ10867
  2. Upgrade

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

    Patch SJ10868
  3. Upgrade

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

    Patch SJ10869
  4. Upgrade

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

    Patch 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·05:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:25 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-2026-17420?

The severity of CVE-2026-17420 is rated medium with a score of 6.3.

2

What vulnerabilities are associated with CVE-2026-17420?

CVE-2026-17420 is associated with multiple vulnerabilities in SQL affecting IBM i versions 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-17420?

To fix CVE-2026-17420, users should apply the latest security updates and patches released by IBM for their IBM i systems.

4

What type of attack is CVE-2026-17420 vulnerable to?

CVE-2026-17420 is vulnerable to command injection attacks that could allow remote authenticated attackers to bypass security restrictions.

5

What is affected by CVE-2026-17420?

CVE-2026-17420 affects IBM i systems running versions 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6.

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