CVE-2026-16185 — MEDIUM (6.4)

Vulnerability Description

IBM WebSphere Application Server 9.0, and 8.5 could allow a remote attacker to bypass authentication on an admin console servlet.

CVSS Score

6.4

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:H

Attack Vector

ADJACENT_NETWORK

Attack Complexity

HIGH

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

LOW

Integrity

LOW

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-862

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7286610

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16185?

CVE-2026-16185 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). IBM WebSphere Application Server 9.0, and 8.5 could allow a remote attacker to bypass authentication on an admin console servlet.

How severe is CVE-2026-16185?

CVE-2026-16185 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16185?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.