CVE-2026-17142
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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 commands due to improper authentication.

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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
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NVD
CVE-2026-17142
EUVD
EUVD-2026-63716

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
ibm aix 7.2
ibm aix 7.3
ibm powervm_vios 4.1

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CWE ID Description
CWE-287 When an actor claims to have a given identity, the product does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct.

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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 commands due to improper authentication mechanisms. This means an attacker could gain unauthorized access and control over affected systems without proper credentials.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to complete system compromise, unauthorized data access, data manipulation, or denial of service. Attackers might install malware, steal sensitive information, or disrupt operations on affected IBM AIX or PowerVM VIOS systems.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and other regulations due to unauthorized data access or exposure. Organizations may face legal penalties, reputational damage, and loss of customer trust if systems are compromised through this flaw.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply IBM's official security patches or updates for AIX 7.2, 7.3, and PowerVM VIOS 4.1 immediately to address improper authentication issues.

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