CVE-2026-17271
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-17271 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a remote attacker to cause a denial of service due to improper validation of input size..
Description
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a remote attacker to cause a denial of service due to improper validation of input size.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| IBM | i | 7.6; 7.5; 7.4; 7.3 |
References
Timeline
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-17271?
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a remote attacker to cause a denial of service due to improper validation of input size.
How severe is CVE-2026-17271?
CVE-2026-17271 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-17271?
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.
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