CVE-2026-8835
HIGHCVSS 7.3/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2026-8835 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM HTTP Server 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to invalid pointer dereference. A privileged user, authenticated to the Administration Server, could exploit this vulnerability to expose sensitive information or cause a denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM HTTP Server 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to invalid pointer dereference. A privileged user, authenticated to the Administration Server, could exploit this vulnerability to expose sensitive information or cause a denial of service.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Http Server | >= 8.5.0.0, < 8.5.5.30 |
| Ibm | Http Server | >= 9.0.0.0, < 9.0.5.29 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7274065Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-8835?
IBM HTTP Server 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to invalid pointer dereference. A privileged user, authenticated to the Administration Server, could exploit this vulnerability to expose sensitive information or cause a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2026-8835?
CVE-2026-8835 has a CVSS score of 7.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-8835?
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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