CVE-2026-4788: IBM Tivoli Netcool Impact 7.1.0.0 through 7.1.0.37 stores sensitive information in log files that could be rea

Routine

HIGH 8.4UPGRADE

CVE-2026-4788 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.4) affecting tivoli netcool\/impact. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

IBM Tivoli Netcool Impact 7.1.0.0 through 7.1.0.37 stores sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.4 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.1% (top 98%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-532
Published	2026-04-08
Last modified	2026-07-24

Publisher (CNA): IBM Corporation · Vendor: ibm

Last updated 2026-07-24 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-04-08 01:16 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-07-24 20:10 UTCUpdated Record last modified

ibm tivoli netcool\/impact UPGRADE

Affected: >= 7.1.0.0 and < 7.1.0.38

Fixed in: 7.1.0.38

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 7.1.0.0

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy tivoli-netcoolimpact || rpm -q tivoli-netcoolimpact || tivoli-netcoolimpact --version

2. UPGRADE to 7.1.0.38 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade tivoli-netcoolimpact

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade tivoli-netcoolimpact

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE to a release before 7.1.0.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison tivoli-netcoolimpact sudo apt install tivoli-netcoolimpact=<VERSION_BEFORE_7.1.0.0> sudo apt-mark hold tivoli-netcoolimpact

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list tivoli-netcoolimpact sudo dnf downgrade tivoli-netcoolimpact-<VERSION_BEFORE_7.1.0.0> sudo dnf versionlock add tivoli-netcoolimpact

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2026-4788?

tivoli netcool\/impact: upgrade to 7.1.0.38. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-4788 being exploited?

CVE-2026-4788 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2026-4788 affect?

CVE-2026-4788 affects tivoli netcool\/impact. Severity is high (CVSS 8.4). IBM Tivoli Netcool Impact 7.1.0.0 through 7.1.0.37 stores sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user.

How urgent is CVE-2026-4788?

Priority 30/100. High severity

References

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