CVE-2025-14917: IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty could provide weaker than expected security

Published Mar 24, 2026
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Application Server - Liberty 17.0.0.3 through 26.0.0.3 IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty could provide weaker than expected security when administering security settings.

Affected Software

11 affected components
All of the following
IBM WebSphere Application Server>=17.0.0.3<26.0.0.4
Any of the following
Apple macOS
IBM AIX
IBM i
IBM Z\/os
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
IBM Verify Identity Access<=11.0 - 11.0.2
IBM Security Verify Access<=10.0 - 10.0.9.1
IBM Verify Identity Access Container<=11.0 - 11.0.2
IBM Security Verify Access Container<=10.0 - 10.0.9.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 26.0.0.4
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Patch PH70078

Event History

Mar 25, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:13 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 8, 2026
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-14917?

CVE-2025-14917 has been rated with a severity level indicating it could lead to weaker security configurations.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-14917?

To fix CVE-2025-14917, ensure that you update IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty to a version above 26.0.0.3.

3

What versions of IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty are affected by CVE-2025-14917?

CVE-2025-14917 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty versions from 17.0.0.3 up to and including 26.0.0.3.

4

What kind of security vulnerability is CVE-2025-14917?

CVE-2025-14917 is a vulnerability that may allow weaker than expected security settings when administering the software.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-14917?

There is no specific workaround provided for CVE-2025-14917; updating to a secure version is recommended.

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