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IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerability now by applying a currently available interim fix or fix pack that contains the fix for APAR PH67817.

For IBM WebSphere Application Server traditional:

For V9.0.0.0 through 9.0.5.25:
· Upgrade to minimal fix pack levels as required by the interim fix and then apply the Interim Fix that resolves PH67817 
--OR--
· Apply Fix Pack 9.0.5.26 or later (targeted availability 4Q2025).

For V8.5.0.0 through 8.5.5.28:
· Upgrade to minimal fix pack levels as required by the interim fix and then apply the Interim Fix that resolves PH67817 
--OR--
· Apply Fix Pack 8.5.5.29 or later (targeted availability 1Q2026).

 

Additional interim fixes may be available and linked off the interim fix download page.

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