CVE-2026-8179
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CVE-2026-8179 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Aspera High-Speed Transfer Endpoint 3.7.4 through 4.4.7 Fix Pack 1 and IBM Aspera High-Speed Transfer Server 3.7.4 through 4.4.7 Fix Pack 1 and IBM Aspera High-Speed Transfer Endpoint are affected by a buffer overflow in the asperahttpd component. This vulnerability could allow an authenticated user to execute arbitrary code on the system.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Aspera High-Speed Transfer Endpoint 3.7.4 through 4.4.7 Fix Pack 1 and IBM Aspera High-Speed Transfer Server 3.7.4 through 4.4.7 Fix Pack 1 and IBM Aspera High-Speed Transfer Endpoint are affected by a buffer overflow in the asperahttpd component. This vulnerability could allow an authenticated user to execute arbitrary code on the system.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aspera High-Speed Transfer Endpoint | >= 3.7.4, <= 4.4.6 |
| Ibm | Aspera High-Speed Transfer Endpoint | 4.4.7 |
| Ibm | Aspera High-Speed Transfer Server | >= 3.7.4, <= 4.4.6 |
| Ibm | Aspera High-Speed Transfer Server | 4.4.7 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7273615Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
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