CyberRota Analysis
AI-GeneratedIBM AIX versions 7.2 and 7.3, along with IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1, are vulnerable to a local privilege escalation due to improper privilege management. This flaw could allow an attacker with local access to gain elevated privileges, potentially compromising system integrity and confidentiality. Organizations using these IBM products should prioritize remediation to mitigate the risk of unauthorized access.
CVE
CVE-2026-16923
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7
EPSS
0.08%
Original NVD Description
IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges due to improper privilege management.
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