CVE-2026-16964 — MEDIUM (6.5)

Vulnerability Description

IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to intercept messages and forge replies due to the exposure of sensitive information.

CVSS Score

6.5

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

LOW

Integrity

LOW

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-200

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7283858

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16964?

CVE-2026-16964 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to intercept messages and forge replies due to the exposure of sensitive information.

How severe is CVE-2026-16964?

CVE-2026-16964 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16964?

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