CVE-2026-17240
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CVE-2026-17240 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM API Connect 10.0.8.0 through 10.0.8.12 and 12.1.0.0 through 12.1.1.2 could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions due to improper authentication. Authentication checks are not applied consistently, which could allow protected resources to be reached without valid credentials.. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM API Connect 10.0.8.0 through 10.0.8.12 and 12.1.0.0 through 12.1.1.2 could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions due to improper authentication. Authentication checks are not applied consistently, which could allow protected resources to be reached without valid credentials.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Api Connect | >= 10.0.8.0, < 10.0.8.13 |
| Ibm | Api Connect | >= 12.1.0.0, < 12.1.1.3 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7295635Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7295637Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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