CVE Catalog
CVE-2026-16878
MediumCVSS 5.4Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk0.30%
22th percentile - higher than 22% of all known CVEs
Summary
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information due to an out-of-bounds read.
Risk Assessment
An authenticated attacker could exploit an out-of-bounds read to obtain sensitive data, potentially compromising system confidentiality. Authentication is required, but the risk of data leakage is real.
Recommendation
Install security patches from IBM for IBM i. Restrict system access and regularly audit user permissions.
Original NVD description (English source)
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information due to an out-of-bounds read.