Description
IBM API Connect 10.0.8.0 through 10.0.8.12 and 12.1.0.0 through 12.1.1.2 could allow a remote attacker to overwrite arbitrary files due to a path traversal vulnerability.
Published: 2026-11-07
Score: 7.5 High
EPSS: n/a
KEV: No
Impact: Remote File Overwrite
Action: Patch Now
AI Analysis

Impact

The vulnerability is a path traversal flaw that lets a remote attacker overwrite any file on the system. By supplying specially crafted input to the API Connect server, the attacker can alter configuration files or binaries, which could lead to arbitrary code execution or other destructive actions. This weakens confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected installation.

Affected Systems

IBM API Connect versions 10.0.8.0 through 10.0.8.12 and 12.1.0.0 through 12.1.1.2 are affected. These build numbers run on IBM platforms. The flaw exists in the API Connect product offered by IBM.

Risk and Exploitability

The vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 7.5, indicating high severity. EPSS data is not available, and the issue is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog. The attack vector is remote, as the path traversal can be triggered over exposed API endpoints, but the CVE description does not specify whether authentication is required. While no public exploits are reported, the high base score and remote nature mean the risk is moderate to high for systems without network segmentation or a timely patch.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on November 7, 2026 at 08:38 UTC.

Remediation

Vendor Solution

IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerability now by upgrading to v12.1.1.3 Fix Central Link: https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7290205 IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerability now by upgrading to 10.0.8.13Fix Central Link: https://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/swg/selectFixes?parent=ibm%7EWebSphere&product=ibm/WebSphere/IBM+API+Connect&release=10.0.8.12&platform=All&function=all

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Upgrade IBM API Connect to version 12.1.1.3 or 10.0.8.13 using the IBM Fix Central links provided.
  • If an immediate upgrade is not possible, restrict inbound traffic to the API Connect instance to trusted IP addresses or networks to reduce exposure to remote attackers.
  • Monitor logs for unusual file modification attempts or path traversal patterns and set alerts for suspicious behavior.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on November 7, 2026 at 08:38 UTC.

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History

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 04:45:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description IBM API Connect 10.0.8.0 through 10.0.8.12 and 12.1.0.0 through 12.1.1.2 could allow a remote attacker to overwrite arbitrary files due to a path traversal vulnerability.
Title Multiple Vulnerabilities in IBM API Connect
First Time appeared Ibm
Ibm api Connect
Weaknesses CWE-22
CPEs cpe:2.3:a:ibm:api_connect:10.0.8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:api_connect:10.0.8.12:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:api_connect:12.1.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:api_connect:12.1.1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Vendors & Products Ibm
Ibm api Connect
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 7.5, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}

Subscriptions

Ibm Api Connect
cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: ibm

Published:

Updated: 2026-11-07T04:31:22.623Z

Reserved: 2026-07-23T02:20:03.458Z

Link: CVE-2026-16714

cve-icon Vulnrichment

No data.

cve-icon NVD

Status : Awaiting Analysis

Published: 2026-11-07T05:18:20.373

Modified: 2026-11-07T05:18:20.500

Link: CVE-2026-16714

cve-icon Redhat

No data.

cve-icon OpenCVE Enrichment

Updated: 2026-11-07T08:45:05Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-22

    Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')