CVE-2026-5522 — MEDIUM (6.7)

Vulnerability Description

IBM QRadar 7.5.0 through 7.5.0 UP15 Interim Fix 005 contains hard-coded credentials, such as a password or cryptographic key, which it uses for its own inbound authentication, outbound communication to external components, or encryption of internal data.

CVSS Score

6.7

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

LOW

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-798

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7285277

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-5522?

CVE-2026-5522 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.7 (MEDIUM). IBM QRadar 7.5.0 through 7.5.0 UP15 Interim Fix 005 contains hard-coded credentials, such as a password or cryptographic key, which it uses for its own inbound authentication, outbound communication t...

How severe is CVE-2026-5522?

CVE-2026-5522 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-5522?

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