IBM-7172698: IBM PowerVM Hypervisor vulnerability
Published Feb 6, 2025
·Updated
Affected Software
4 affected components
IBM PowerVM Hypervisor<=FW1050.00 - FW1050.20
IBM PowerVM Hypervisor<=FW1060.00 - FW1060.10
IBM PowerVM Hypervisor<=FW1030.00 - FW1030.60
IBM PowerVM Hypervisor<=FW950.00 - FW950.B0
Event History
Aug 15, 2025
Advisory Published
05:47 PM
Data Sourced
05:47 PM
Affected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of IBM-7172698?
IBM-7172698 is classified as a critical vulnerability with a severe impact on security.
2
How do I fix IBM-7172698?
To mitigate IBM-7172698, ensure that you apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for the PowerVM Hypervisor.
3
What systems are affected by IBM-7172698?
IBM-7172698 affects specific versions of the IBM PowerVM Hypervisor software.
4
Does IBM-7172698 have any workarounds?
Temporary workarounds for IBM-7172698 include disabling features that are vulnerable until a patch is applied.
5
When was IBM-7172698 published?
IBM-7172698 was published on February 6, 2025.