CVE-2026-11936

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Cross-Site Scripting in IBM Security Verify Access

Publication date: 2026-10-08

Last updated on: 2026-10-08

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description

IBM Security Verify Access 10.0 through 10.0.9.2 and IBM Verify Identity Access 11.0 through 11.0.3 local management interface in certain configurations is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

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Published

2026-10-08

Last Modified

2026-10-08

Generated

2026-10-09

AI Q&A

2026-10-09

EPSS Evaluated

N/A

NVD

CVE-2026-11936

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
IBM	Security	Verify Access 10.0
IBM	Verify	Identity Access 11.0
IBM	Security	Verify Access Container 10.0
IBM	Verify	Identity Access Container 11.0

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-79	The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a cross-site scripting (XSS) issue in IBM Security Verify Access 10.0 through 10.0.9.2 and IBM Verify Identity Access 11.0 through 11.0.3. An authenticated user can inject malicious JavaScript into the Web UI, which could alter functionality and potentially lead to credential disclosure within a trusted session.

Detection Guidance

Detection of this vulnerability requires manual inspection of the IBM Security Verify Access or IBM Verify Identity Access web interface for improper input validation in user-supplied data. Check for JavaScript code embedded in fields that should only accept text. Review browser console logs for unexpected script execution during normal operations.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to steal session cookies or credentials, modify displayed content, or perform actions on behalf of the user. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data or systems if the user has elevated privileges.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal or sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Organizations may face compliance violations, fines, or reputational damage if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches or updates provided by IBM for IBM Security Verify Access or IBM Verify Identity Access to address the cross-site scripting vulnerability in the local management interface.

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