CVE-2026-18086
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.09%
Last modified
CVE-2026-18086 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service due to improper bounds checking.. EPSS estimates a 0.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service due to improper bounds checking.
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/7283285Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-18086?
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service due to improper bounds checking.
How severe is CVE-2026-18086?
CVE-2026-18086 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-18086?
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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