IBM Db2 Mirror for i 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to external control of file name or path. (CVE-2026-17184)
IBM Db2 Mirror for i 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to external control of file name or path.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-17184 affects IBM Db2 Mirror for i versions 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6. The vulnerability arises from improper handling of file names or paths that can be externally controlled by an attacker. This flaw allows remote code execution without requiring privileges or user interaction. The weakness corresponds to CWE-73, which involves external control of file names or paths leading to potential arbitrary code execution. The CVSS score of 9.8 reflects the critical nature of this vulnerability, with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to full compromise of the IBM Db2 Mirror for i environment. The attacker does not need any privileges or user interaction to exploit this flaw, making it highly dangerous. The impact includes complete loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. There is no official fix or patch information provided at this time. Users should monitor IBM's security advisories for updates and apply any official patches once available. Until a patch is released, consider restricting network access to the affected service to trusted sources only.
IBM Db2 Mirror for i 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to external control of file name or path. (CVE-2026-17184)
Description
IBM Db2 Mirror for i 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to external control of file name or path.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.8critical
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-17184 affects IBM Db2 Mirror for i versions 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6. The vulnerability arises from improper handling of file names or paths that can be externally controlled by an attacker. This flaw allows remote code execution without requiring privileges or user interaction. The weakness corresponds to CWE-73, which involves external control of file names or paths leading to potential arbitrary code execution. The CVSS score of 9.8 reflects the critical nature of this vulnerability, with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to full compromise of the IBM Db2 Mirror for i environment. The attacker does not need any privileges or user interaction to exploit this flaw, making it highly dangerous. The impact includes complete loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. There is no official fix or patch information provided at this time. Users should monitor IBM's security advisories for updates and apply any official patches once available. Until a patch is released, consider restricting network access to the affected service to trusted sources only.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-8vgw-387f-c2xm
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-17184"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- CRITICAL
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a7ff5efbf8831d53987ef95
Added to database: 08/15/2026, 05:15:27 UTC
Last enriched: 08/15/2026, 05:56:45 UTC
Last updated: 08/16/2026, 02:41:00 UTC
Views: 30
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