CVE-2026-17003 — HIGH (7.7)

Vulnerability Description

IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to compromise the confidentiality and integrity of the system due to an out-of-bounds write.

CVSS Score

7.7

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

HIGH

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

LOW

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-787

References

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

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-17003?

CVE-2026-17003 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.7 (HIGH). IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to compromise the confidentiality and integrity of the system due to an out-of-bounds write.

How severe is CVE-2026-17003?

CVE-2026-17003 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-17003?

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