CVE-2026-5516 Details
Description
IBM WebSphere Application Server - Liberty 22.0.0.11 through 26.0.0.5 IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty could allow a remote attacker to bypass security under limited conditions by exploiting a specific timing window.
A security bypass vulnerability has been identified in IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty versions 22.0.0.11 prior to 26.0.0.5. This vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to bypass security measures under certain conditions by exploiting a specific timing window. The issue arises when the appSecurity-3.0, appSecurity-4.0, or appSecurity-5.0 features are enabled.
Users are advised to upgrade to IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty Fix Pack 26.0.0.6 or later, or to apply the Interim Fix for APAR PH70798 if using Liberty versions 22.0.0.11 - 26.0.0.5 with the appSecurity features enabled. Additional interim fixes may be available.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed May 27, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7273425 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-362 | Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization ('Race Condition') | [email protected] |
| CWE-362 | Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization ('Race Condition') | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| ibm websphere application server | >= 22.0.0.11, <= 26.0.0.5 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 2, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 2, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| May 27, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |