CVE-2026-78404
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.13%
Last modified
CVE-2026-78404 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Db2 11.5.0 through 11.5.9, and 12.1.0 through 12.1.5 is vulnerable to a local privilege escalation via the db2pd utility.. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Db2 11.5.0 through 11.5.9, and 12.1.0 through 12.1.5 is vulnerable to a local privilege escalation via the db2pd utility.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| IBM | Db2 | >= 11.5.0, <= 11.5.9; >= 12.1.0, <= 12.1.5 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-78404?
IBM Db2 11.5.0 through 11.5.9, and 12.1.0 through 12.1.5 is vulnerable to a local privilege escalation via the db2pd utility.
How severe is CVE-2026-78404?
CVE-2026-78404 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-78404?
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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