IBM Db2 Mirror for i 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary scripts due to cross-site scripting. (CVE-2026-17209)
IBM Db2 Mirror for i versions 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary scripts. This vulnerability requires the attacker to be authenticated and involves user interaction. The CVSS score is 6.3, indicating a medium severity level.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-17209 is a cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Db2 Mirror for i versions 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6. It allows a remote attacker with valid authentication to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the affected application. The vulnerability requires user interaction and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.3, with low attack complexity, low privileges required, and user interaction needed. The impact includes limited confidentiality loss and high integrity impact, with no availability impact. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no patch or vendor advisory details are provided in the input data.
Potential Impact
An authenticated remote attacker could exploit this XSS vulnerability to execute arbitrary scripts, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data manipulation within the application context. The confidentiality impact is limited, but the integrity impact is high, meaning attackers could alter data or application behavior. Availability is not affected. There are no reports of active exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, limit exposure by restricting access to trusted users and monitoring for suspicious activity. Follow any vendor recommendations once published.
IBM Db2 Mirror for i 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary scripts due to cross-site scripting. (CVE-2026-17209)
Description
IBM Db2 Mirror for i versions 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary scripts. This vulnerability requires the attacker to be authenticated and involves user interaction. The CVSS score is 6.3, indicating a medium severity level.
CVSS v3.1
Score 6.3medium
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-17209 is a cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Db2 Mirror for i versions 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6. It allows a remote attacker with valid authentication to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the affected application. The vulnerability requires user interaction and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.3, with low attack complexity, low privileges required, and user interaction needed. The impact includes limited confidentiality loss and high integrity impact, with no availability impact. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no patch or vendor advisory details are provided in the input data.
Potential Impact
An authenticated remote attacker could exploit this XSS vulnerability to execute arbitrary scripts, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data manipulation within the application context. The confidentiality impact is limited, but the integrity impact is high, meaning attackers could alter data or application behavior. Availability is not affected. There are no reports of active exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, limit exposure by restricting access to trusted users and monitoring for suspicious activity. Follow any vendor recommendations once published.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-9qgp-p4jw-2rvf
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-17209"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a7ff5eebf8831d53987ee65
Added to database: 08/15/2026, 05:15:26 UTC
Last enriched: 08/15/2026, 05:56:49 UTC
Last updated: 08/15/2026, 10:41:00 UTC
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