CVE-2026-17156
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IBM App Connect Enterprise Insecure Deserialization Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-09-14

Last updated on: 2026-09-14

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description
IBM App Connect Enterprise 13.0.1.0 through 13.0.8.0, and 12.0.1.0 through 12.0.12.27 could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code due to insecure deserialization.

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Published
2026-09-14
Last Modified
2026-09-14
Generated
2026-09-15
AI Q&A
2026-09-14
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-17156
EUVD
EUVD-2026-77785

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
ibm app_connect_enterprise From 13.0.1.0 (inc) to 13.0.8.0 (inc)
ibm app_connect_enterprise From 12.0.1.0 (inc) to 12.0.12.27 (inc)

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Exploitability

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CWE ID Description
CWE-502 The product deserializes untrusted data without sufficiently ensuring that the resulting data will be valid.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an insecure deserialization flaw in IBM App Connect Enterprise versions 13.0.1.0 through 13.0.8.0 and 12.0.1.0 through 12.0.12.27. It allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability involves insecure deserialization in IBM App Connect Enterprise. Detection requires checking installed versions of IBM App Connect Enterprise. Use commands like 'rpm -qa | grep ibm-app-connect-enterprise' on Linux or 'wmic product get name,version' on Windows to identify installed versions.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could let an attacker run malicious code on your system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or system compromise. It requires local access but could have serious consequences.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or exfiltration, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Organizations may face compliance penalties if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade IBM App Connect Enterprise to a patched version. If upgrading is not possible, restrict local access to the system and disable unnecessary services. Monitor IBM security advisories for updates.

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