Vulnerability Description
IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Vios | >= 4.1.0, < 4.1.0.50 |
| Ibm | Aix | >= 7.2.5, <= 7.2.5.212 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7283858PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-16882?
CVE-2026-16882 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command.
How severe is CVE-2026-16882?
CVE-2026-16882 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16882?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Vios, Ibm Aix.