Vulnerability Description
IBM Storage Protect Client 8.1.0.0 through 8.1.27.0, 8.1.27.1, and 8.2.0.0 through 8.2.1.0 IBM Storage Protect is vulnerable to a heap-based buffer overflow, caused by improper bounds checking. A remote attacker could overflow a buffer and execute arbitrary code on the system or cause the server to crash.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Storage Protect | >= 8.1, < 8.2.1.2 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7279728Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-13473?
CVE-2026-13473 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). IBM Storage Protect Client 8.1.0.0 through 8.1.27.0, 8.1.27.1, and 8.2.0.0 through 8.2.1.0 IBM Storage Protect is vulnerable to a heap-based buffer overflow, caused by improper bounds checking. A remo...
How severe is CVE-2026-13473?
CVE-2026-13473 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-13473?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Storage Protect, Microsoft Windows.