# CVE-2026-82418

Remote code execution via use-after-free in IBM Watson Speech Services Cartridge

- Page: https://www.vulneraibility.com/cve/CVE-2026-82418
- CVSS: 9.8
- Known exploited: not in CISA KEV as of our last sync
- Weakness: CWE-416
- Published: 2026-11-04

## Affected versions

- IBM Watson Speech Services Cartridge: affected >= 4.0.0 and <= 5.4.0

A version outside these ranges is not a statement that it is unaffected.

## Impact

Remote code execution via use-after-free; attacker can run arbitrary code, compromise the service, exfiltrate data and pivot.

## Action

Immediate action required

## Recommendation

Apply IBM patch/upgrade to fixed version immediately; isolate and audit affected instances.

## References

- [patch] https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7293510

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