CVE-2026-16991

IBM AIX versions 7.2 and 7.3, along with IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1, are vulnerable to a local privilege escalation flaw stemming from improper handling of symbolic links. This vulnerability could allow an attacker with local access to gain elevated privileges, potentially compromising system integrity and security. Organizations using these IBM products should prioritize patching to mitigate the risk of exploitation.