CVE-2026-17186

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Remote Command Execution in IBM Db2 Mirror for i

Publication date: 2026-08-14

Last updated on: 2026-08-21

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description

IBM Db2 Mirror for i 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary CL commands due to improper neutralization of special elements in a command.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-08-14

Last Modified

2026-08-21

Generated

2026-09-04

AI Q&A

2026-08-14

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-02

NVD

CVE-2026-17186

EUVD

EUVD-2026-58766

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
ibm	db2_mirror_for_i	From 7.4 (inc) to 7.6 (inc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-78	The product constructs all or part of an OS command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended OS command when it is sent to a downstream component.

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Executive Summary

IBM Db2 Mirror for i versions 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 contain a vulnerability where a remote attacker could execute arbitrary CL commands due to improper neutralization of special elements in a command.

Detection Guidance

Detection requires monitoring for unauthorized CL command execution on IBM Db2 Mirror for i systems. Check system logs for unusual command activity, especially remote commands. Review network traffic for suspicious connections to Db2 Mirror ports. IBM may provide specific tools or updates for detection.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or system disruption.

Compliance Impact

The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary CL commands, which could lead to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion. This may violate GDPR's data integrity and confidentiality requirements or HIPAA's safeguards for protected health information if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest IBM Db2 Mirror for i patches or updates to address improper neutralization of special elements in commands. Monitor IBM security advisories for fixes and restrict network access to Db2 Mirror services to trusted sources only.

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