IBM WAS 9.0/8.5 Auth Bypass via Unauthenticated Request
CVE-2026-16184 Published on July 28, 2026
IBM WebSphere Application Server is affected by an authentication bypass
IBM WebSphere Application Server 9.0, and 8.5 could allow a remote attacker to bypass authentication by sending a crafted unauthenticated request.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-16184 is exploitable with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is consided to have a high level of attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a small impact on confidentiality and integrity, and a high impact on availability.
Weakness Type
What is an AuthZ Vulnerability?
The software does not perform an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.
CVE-2026-16184 has been classified to as an AuthZ vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-16184
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Affected Versions
IBM WebSphere Application Server:- Version 9.0 is affected.
- Version 8.5 is affected.