CVE-2026-8639
IBM Verify Directory is affected by multiple vulnerabilities
Description
IBM Security Verify Directory 10.0.0 through 10.0.4 and IBM Verify Directory 11.0.0 is vulnerable to session fixation. An attacker can establish a session and, after the victim authenticates, hijack the authenticated session to gain unauthorized access to the directory management console.
INFO
Published Date :
Nov. 8, 2026, 7:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
Nov. 8, 2026, 7:17 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-8639
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | 9a959283-ebb5-44b6-b705-dcc2bbced522 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | MITRE-CVE | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update IBM Security Verify Directory to a version that addresses session fixation.
- Apply vendor-supplied patches or updates for the directory management console.
- Ensure session management configurations are secure.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-8639.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7293828 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Nov. 08, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description IBM Security Verify Directory 10.0.0 through 10.0.4 and IBM Verify Directory 11.0.0 is vulnerable to session fixation. An attacker can establish a session and, after the victim authenticates, hijack the authenticated session to gain unauthorized access to the directory management console. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CWE CWE-384 Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/8xxx/CVE-2026-8639.json">CVE-2026-8639</a> Added Reference https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7293828