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CVE-2026-16894

CRITICAL · CVSS 9.8 EPSS 0.62%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-19 · Last synced 2026-09-17

CyberRota Analysis

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IBM AIX versions 7.2 and 7.3, along with IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1, are vulnerable to a stack buffer overflow that enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. This critical vulnerability, rated 9.8 on the CVSS scale, poses significant risks to system integrity and confidentiality. Organizations utilizing these IBM products should prioritize immediate remediation to mitigate potential exploitation.

CVE
CVE-2026-16894
Severity
CRITICAL
CVSS
9.8
EPSS
0.62%

Original NVD Description

IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a stack buffer overflow.

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