CVE-2026-18073
MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.11%
Last modified
CVE-2026-18073 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a local authenticated attacker to inject parameters into a CL command due to improper neutralization of special elements.. 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 inject parameters into a CL command due to improper neutralization of special elements.
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/7285844Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-18073?
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a local authenticated attacker to inject parameters into a CL command due to improper neutralization of special elements.
How severe is CVE-2026-18073?
CVE-2026-18073 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-18073?
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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