IBM i 7.6 Remote Auth System Msg Mod via Improper Auth
CVE-2026-16941 Published on September 4, 2026
IBM i is Affected By An Incorrect Authorization Vulnerability []
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, and 7.4 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to modify certain system messages due to improper authorization.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-16941 can be exploited with network access, and requires small amount of user privileges. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have no impact on confidentiality, with no impact on integrity, and no impact on availability.
Weakness Type
What is an AuthZ Vulnerability?
The software performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check. This allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.
CVE-2026-16941 has been classified to as an AuthZ vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-16941
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Affected Versions
IBM i:- Version 7.6 is affected.
- Version 7.5 is affected.
- Version 7.4 is affected.