Security NEXT•August 17, 2026•🇯🇵Translated from Japanese

Multiple Critical Vulnerabilities Patched in IBM Db2 Mirror for i

IBM has addressed 18 vulnerabilities in the graphical user interface of its IBM Db2 Mirror for i database synchronization product, which enables replication of Db2 for i databases across multiple systems.

The security advisory published on August 11 details flaws affecting versions 7.6, 7.5, and 7.4. Among them are several critical issues that could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands or access sensitive information.

Key Vulnerabilities

  • CVE-2026-17186 (CVSSv3.1 9.9): Improper neutralization of specific command elements permits remote execution of arbitrary CL commands.
  • CVE-2026-17184 (CVSS 9.8): External control of filenames or paths leads to arbitrary code execution.
  • CVE-2026-17182 (CVSS 9.8): Insufficient URI path validation allows authentication bypass, enabling retrieval or modification of confidential data.
  • CVE-2026-17181 (CVSS 9.3): Path traversal vulnerability permits writing files to arbitrary locations.
  • CVE-2026-16879 (CVSS 8.8): Authorization flaw that can be exploited to bypass access controls.

Administrators are advised to apply the updates provided in the official IBM Security Bulletin without delay to mitigate these risks.

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