CVE-2026-16971 — MEDIUM (5.9)

Vulnerability Description

The IRIS web application in version 2.4.26 and possibly others does not protect its MFA validation against brute-force attacks.

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-770

References

https://github.com/sbaresearch/advisories/tree/public/2026/SBA-ADV-20260128-02_D
https://github.com/sbaresearch/advisories/tree/public/2026/SBA-ADV-20260128-02_D

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16971?

CVE-2026-16971 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). The IRIS web application in version 2.4.26 and possibly others does not protect its MFA validation against brute-force attacks.

How severe is CVE-2026-16971?

CVE-2026-16971 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-2026-16971?

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