CVE-2026-16435 — MEDIUM (5.9)

Vulnerability Description

IBM WebSphere Application Server 9.0, and 8.5 is affected by an authentication bypass vulnerability when using XD or Intelligent-Management features.

CVSS Score

5.9

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

HIGH

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

NONE

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-650

References

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

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16435?

CVE-2026-16435 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). IBM WebSphere Application Server 9.0, and 8.5 is affected by an authentication bypass vulnerability when using XD or Intelligent-Management features.

How severe is CVE-2026-16435?

CVE-2026-16435 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16435?

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