CVE-2026-17024

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Remote Code Execution in IBM AIX and PowerVM VIOS

Publication date: 2026-08-20

Last updated on: 2026-08-20

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description

IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to improper certificate validation.

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Published

2026-08-20

Last Modified

2026-08-20

Generated

2026-08-21

AI Q&A

2026-08-21

EPSS Evaluated

N/A

NVD

CVE-2026-17024

EUVD

EUVD-2026-63640

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
ibm	aix	From 7.2 (inc)
ibm	aix	From 7.3 (inc)
ibm	powervm_vios	From 4.1 (inc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-295	The product does not validate, or incorrectly validates, a certificate.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in IBM AIX 7.2, 7.3, and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to improper certificate validation. This means the system fails to properly verify digital certificates during secure communications, potentially enabling malicious code execution.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to run arbitrary code on affected systems. This may lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, system compromise, or disruption of services. Systems running IBM AIX or PowerVM VIOS are at risk if not patched.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or data breaches, which may violate compliance requirements under GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations. Organizations must address this flaw to maintain data protection and regulatory compliance.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply IBM-provided patches or updates for IBM AIX 7.2, 7.3, and PowerVM VIOS 4.1 to address improper certificate validation. Monitor IBM security advisories for fixes and follow their recommended mitigation steps.

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