CVE-2025-14923: IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty could provide weaker than expected security

Published Feb 25, 2026
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Application Server - Liberty 17.0.0.3 through 26.0.0.2 IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty could provide weaker than expected security when using the Security Utility when administering security settings.

Affected Software

6 affected components
IBM WebSphere Application Server - Liberty>=17.0.0.3<=26.0.0.2
IBM WebSphere Application Server>=17.0.0.3<26.0.0.3
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.

    Patch PH69658
  2. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 26.0.0.3

Event History

Mar 3, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:47 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 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-2025-14923?

CVE-2025-14923 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to weaken application security configurations.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-14923?

To fix CVE-2025-14923, upgrade IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty to a version later than 26.0.0.2.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2025-14923?

CVE-2025-14923 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty versions from 17.0.0.3 to 26.0.0.2.

4

What impact does CVE-2025-14923 have on security?

CVE-2025-14923 could allow for weaker than expected security when administering security settings in IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-14923?

Currently, the recommended action for CVE-2025-14923 is to apply the latest patch or upgrade rather than relying on a workaround.

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