How severe is CVE-2026-16708?

CVE-2026-16708 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2026-16708 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-16708?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2026-16708 published?

CVE-2026-16708 was published on 2026-08-14 and last updated on 2026-08-20.

CVE-2026-16708

CVE-2026-16708 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-15.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (34th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-15
Published: 2026-08-14
Last modified: 2026-08-20

Description

IBM Db2 Mirror for i 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information due to external control of system configuration.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-16708?: IBM Db2 Mirror for i 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information due to external control of system configuration.
How severe is CVE-2026-16708?: CVE-2026-16708 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-16708 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-16708?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2026-16708 published?: CVE-2026-16708 was published on 2026-08-14 and last updated on 2026-08-20.

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7283359

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