CVE-2026-18872
IBM Financial Transaction Manager cross-site scripting (XSS)
- Published23 Sept 2026
Description
IBM Financial Transaction Manager (FTM) for RedHat OpenShift is vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting (CWE-79) in the FTM UI NetworkAcknowledgement React component (NetworkAcknowledgement.jsx:42). A malicious actor can inject script into stored network acknowledgement data that executes in authenticated operator browsers, enabling session hijacking and unauthorized operator-level payment actions.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:NAffected products
Remediation
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2026-18872 being actively exploited?
CVE-2026-18872 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.19%.
How severe is CVE-2026-18872?
CVE-2026-18872 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.3, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.19% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2026-18872?
Affected products include IBM Financial Transaction Manager.
How do I fix CVE-2026-18872?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example IBM Financial Transaction Manager 4.0.11.0 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.