CVE-2026-18250
MEDIUMCVSS 5/10EPSS 0.19%
Last modified
CVE-2026-18250 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information and bypass security restrictions due to a race condition.. EPSS estimates a 0.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information and bypass security restrictions due to a race condition.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | I | >= 7.3, <= 7.6 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7283292Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-18250?
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, and 7.3 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information and bypass security restrictions due to a race condition.
How severe is CVE-2026-18250?
CVE-2026-18250 has a CVSS score of 5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-18250?
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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