Description
IBM API Connect 12.1.0.0 through 12.1.1.2 could allow a local attacker to obtain sensitive information due to improper use of cryptography. The encryption applied to stored data is not implemented with sufficient strength, which weakens its protection.
Published: 2026-11-07
Score: 4 Medium
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: Information Disclosure
Action: Patch
AI Analysis

Impact

IBM API Connect versions 12.1.0.0 through 12.1.1.2 contain a cryptographic weakness that allows a local attacker to retrieve sensitive information because the encryption applied to stored data is not sufficiently strong. The flaw enables the disclosure of confidential data, directly impacting the confidentiality of data managed by the product.

Affected Systems

The affected product is IBM API Connect, specifically versions 12.1.0.0 to 12.1.1.2 inclusive. Affected releases include the 12.1.0.0 baseline and the 12.1.1.2 build, while version 12.1.1.3 has been released with the fix.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score of 4 indicates a medium risk severity, and the EPSS score is not available. The vulnerability is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog, suggesting it is not known to be actively exploited. Because the attack relies on local access and weak cryptographic implementation, the threat vector is local and requires legitimate or compromised local credentials.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on November 7, 2026 at 08:24 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


OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Upgrade to IBM API Connect v12.1.1.3 as recommended by IBM.
  • Restrict local access by disabling unnecessary local user accounts or requiring multi‑factor authentication for privileged users.
  • Verify that cryptographic modules are correctly configured and enforce strong key lengths according to IBM's security guidelines.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on November 7, 2026 at 08:24 UTC.

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History

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 07:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'partial'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}


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

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description IBM API Connect 12.1.0.0 through 12.1.1.2 could allow a local attacker to obtain sensitive information due to improper use of cryptography. The encryption applied to stored data is not implemented with sufficient strength, which weakens its protection.
Title Multiple Vulnerabilities in IBM API Connect
First Time appeared Ibm
Ibm api Connect
Weaknesses CWE-329
CPEs 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': 4, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N'}


cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: ibm

Published:

Updated: 2026-11-08T01:49:39.686Z

Reserved: 2026-07-24T17:04:10.971Z

Link: CVE-2026-17137

cve-icon Vulnrichment

Updated: 2026-11-08T01:41:04.256Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Awaiting Analysis

Published: 2026-11-07T05:18:26.830

Modified: 2026-11-08T02:16:59.450

Link: CVE-2026-17137

cve-icon Redhat

No data.

cve-icon OpenCVE Enrichment

Updated: 2026-11-07T08:30:15Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-329

    Generation of Predictable IV with CBC Mode