CVE-2026-16898
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.11%
Last modified
CVE-2026-16898 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a local authenticated attacker to change the ownership of arbitrary files due to improper validation of an attacker-controlled file path.. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a local authenticated attacker to change the ownership of arbitrary files due to improper validation of an attacker-controlled file path.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | I | 7.3 |
| Ibm | I | 7.4 |
| Ibm | I | 7.5 |
| Ibm | I | 7.6 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7283293Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-16898?
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a local authenticated attacker to change the ownership of arbitrary files due to improper validation of an attacker-controlled file path.
How severe is CVE-2026-16898?
CVE-2026-16898 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-16898?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
How Strix Helps
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