CVE-2026-16708
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IBM Db2 Mirror for i Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-08-14

Last updated on: 2026-08-14

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description
IBM Db2 Mirror for i 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information due to external control of system configuration.

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Published
2026-08-14
Last Modified
2026-08-14
Generated
2026-08-15
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2026-08-14
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-16708
EUVD
EUVD-2026-58792

Affected Vendors & Products

Showing 6 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
ibm db2_mirror_for_i From 7.4 (inc)
ibm db2_mirror_for_i From 7.5 (inc)
ibm db2_mirror_for_i From 7.6 (inc)
ibm db2_mirror_for_i to 7.4 (inc)
ibm db2_mirror_for_i to 7.5 (inc)
ibm db2_mirror_for_i to 7.6 (inc)

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Exploitability

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CWE ID Description
CWE-15 One or more system settings or configuration elements can be externally controlled by a user.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in IBM Db2 Mirror for i allows a remote attacker to access sensitive information by manipulating system configuration settings from outside the system. It is classified under CWE-15, which involves external control of system or configuration settings.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data, potentially leading to data breaches, loss of confidentiality, and compromise of system integrity and availability. The high CVSS score of 8.3 indicates significant risk.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations due to unauthorized data exposure. Organizations may face legal penalties, reputational damage, and loss of trust if sensitive data is compromised.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the PTF numbers provided by IBM for your Db2 Mirror for i version (7.4, 7.5, or 7.6) to address the external control of system configuration issue.

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