CVE-2026-9006: CWE-918 Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) in IBM WebSphere Application Server
IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 9.0 and 8.5.0 are affected by a server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability when the Ajax Proxy is configured. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to send unauthorized requests from the server, potentially leading to security bypass or information disclosure. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.4. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided by the vendor.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-9006 is a server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in IBM WebSphere Application Server 9.0 and 8.5.0 when the Ajax Proxy feature is enabled. This flaw allows attackers to make unauthorized requests originating from the vulnerable server, which may result in bypassing security controls or disclosing sensitive information. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-918 and has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.4, indicating high severity. As of the published date, no official fix or patch has been announced by IBM, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this SSRF vulnerability could allow an attacker to send unauthorized requests from the affected server, potentially bypassing security restrictions or gaining access to sensitive information not otherwise accessible. The impact includes confidentiality and integrity compromise but does not affect availability. The high CVSS score reflects the significant risk posed by this vulnerability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, consider disabling or restricting the Ajax Proxy feature if feasible to reduce exposure. Monitor IBM's security advisories for updates on patches or recommended mitigations.
CVE-2026-9006: CWE-918 Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) in IBM WebSphere Application Server
Description
IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 9.0 and 8.5.0 are affected by a server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability when the Ajax Proxy is configured. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to send unauthorized requests from the server, potentially leading to security bypass or information disclosure. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.4. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided by the vendor.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.4high
Affected software
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:websphere_application_server:9.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*cpe:2.3:a:ibm:websphere_application_server:9.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*cpe:2.3:a:ibm:websphere_application_server:8.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*cpe:2.3:a:ibm:websphere_application_server:8.5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-9006 is a server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in IBM WebSphere Application Server 9.0 and 8.5.0 when the Ajax Proxy feature is enabled. This flaw allows attackers to make unauthorized requests originating from the vulnerable server, which may result in bypassing security controls or disclosing sensitive information. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-918 and has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.4, indicating high severity. As of the published date, no official fix or patch has been announced by IBM, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this SSRF vulnerability could allow an attacker to send unauthorized requests from the affected server, potentially bypassing security restrictions or gaining access to sensitive information not otherwise accessible. The impact includes confidentiality and integrity compromise but does not affect availability. The high CVSS score reflects the significant risk posed by this vulnerability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, consider disabling or restricting the Ajax Proxy feature if feasible to reduce exposure. Monitor IBM's security advisories for updates on patches or recommended mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- ibm
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-19T13:59:27.241Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a39572beed863c81e0538eb
Added to database: 06/22/2026, 15:39:23 UTC
Last enriched: 06/22/2026, 15:56:20 UTC
Last updated: 06/23/2026, 00:43:48 UTC
Views: 18
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