CVE-2026-8861: Security vulnerabilities have been found in IBM Verify Identity Access and IBM Security Verify Access

Published Jul 8, 2026
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Updated

IBM Security Verify could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information when a detailed technical error message is returned in the browser.  This information could be used in further attacks against the system.

Affected Software

6 affected components
IBM IBM Security Verify Identity Access
IBM IBM Security Verify Access
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 Security Verify Access to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.9.2
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM Verify Identity Access to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11.0.3

Event History

Jul 8, 2026
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Jul 17, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:54 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-8861?

The severity of CVE-2026-8861 is medium with a score of 5.3.

2

What is the impact of CVE-2026-8861?

CVE-2026-8861 can allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information through detailed technical error messages.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-8861?

To fix CVE-2026-8861, apply the latest security updates and patches provided by IBM for affected products.

4

Which IBM products are affected by CVE-2026-8861?

CVE-2026-8861 affects IBM Security Verify Identity Access and IBM Security Verify Access.

5

How can CVE-2026-8861 be exploited?

CVE-2026-8861 can be exploited by an attacker through the retrieval of sensitive information from error messages displayed in the browser.

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