CyberRota Analysis
AI-GeneratedIBM AIX versions 7.2 and 7.3, along with IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1, are vulnerable to a denial of service attack stemming from an improper memory offset calculation during IPsec decapsulation. This flaw could allow remote attackers to disrupt service availability, making it critical for organizations using these systems to prioritize patching. System administrators and security teams managing affected IBM products should take immediate action to mitigate this risk.
CVE
CVE-2026-16924
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.5
EPSS
0.31%
Original NVD Description
IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to cause a denial of service due to an improper calculation of a memory offset during IPsec decapsulation.
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