CVE-2026-78401
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.57%
Last modified
CVE-2026-78401 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Security Verify Access 10.0 through 10.0.9.2 and IBM Verify Identity Access 11.0 through 11.0.3 could allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system due to the deserialization of untrusted data.. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Security Verify Access 10.0 through 10.0.9.2 and IBM Verify Identity Access 11.0 through 11.0.3 could allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system due to the deserialization of untrusted data.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Security Verify Access | >= 10.0.0, < 10.0.9.3 |
| Ibm | Security Verify Access Container | >= 10.0.0.0, <= 10.0.9.2 |
| Ibm | Verify Identity Access | >= 11.0, < 11.0.3.1 |
| Ibm | Verify Identity Access Container | >= 11.0.0.0, <= 11.0.3.0 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7291628Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-78401?
IBM Security Verify Access 10.0 through 10.0.9.2 and IBM Verify Identity Access 11.0 through 11.0.3 could allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system due to the deserialization of untrusted data.
How severe is CVE-2026-78401?
CVE-2026-78401 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-78401?
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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