IBM AIX 7.3 TL2
IBM AIX 7.3 TL2
The IBM AIX 7.3 TL2 reaches end of service life on Nov 30, 2026. Third-party support keeps it managed past that date — issue management, vulnerability remediation, and compliance maintenance from 24/7 engineers.
24/7 engineers own your IBM AIX 7.3 TL2 incidents end to end.
Mitigation and patch-around guidance when the vendor no longer ships fixes.
Controls evidence and documentation that keep auditors satisfied.
Specifications
- product
- ibm-aix
- release
- 7.3.2
- product Label
- IBM AIX
- release Label
- 7.3 TL2
- codename
- lts
- latest Version
- 7.3.2
- release Date
- 2023-11-30
- maintained
- true
- source Url
- https://endoflife.date/ibm-aix
Lifecycle Dates
- End of Service Life
- Nov 30, 2026
- Last OEM Support
- Nov 30, 2026
OEM vs. 3rd Party Support
See how third-party support compares to the vendor contract for IBM AIX 7.3 TL2 — monitoring, break/fix, vulnerability work, operations and compliance, before and after EOSL.
| Feature | OEM Support | 3rd Party Support |
|---|---|---|
| Post-EOSL Support | ||
| Break/Fix Support | Until EOSL | |
| 24/7 Monitoring | ||
| Vulnerability Scanning & Remediation | ||
| Managed Operations | ||
| Procedure & Configuration Review | ||
| Compliance & Audit Documentation | Limited | |
| Discounted Migration to Other Platforms |
Why Choose 3rd Party Support for IBM AIX 7.3 TL2?
Vulnerability Remediation
Scanning, mitigation and patch-around guidance for IBM AIX 7.3 TL2 when the vendor no longer ships fixes.
Compliance Maintenance
Procedure review, controls evidence and the documentation auditors ask for — maintained continuously, not scrambled at audit time.
24/7 Expert Support
Engineers who know this release monitor, manage and fix issues around the clock — break/fix to managed operations.
IBM AIX 7.3 TL2 Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the IBM AIX 7.3 TL2 still supported?
Yes, but IBM support for the IBM AIX 7.3 TL2 ends on Nov 30, 2026. You can upgrade on the vendor's schedule, or move to third-party support and keep the release you're on — issues managed, vulnerabilities remediated, compliance maintained.
When is the IBM AIX 7.3 TL2 end of service life (EOSL) date?
IBM lists the end of service life for the IBM AIX 7.3 TL2 as Nov 30, 2026.
Can I keep using the IBM AIX 7.3 TL2 after its EOSL date?
Yes. EOSL means IBM stops issuing patches and support — the software itself keeps running. Third-party support covers it from there: issue management, security vulnerability remediation, and the compliance documentation auditors ask for, for as long as you choose to run it.
How much does third-party support for the IBM AIX 7.3 TL2 cost?
Typically 40-70% below the OEM maintenance renewal price. Exact pricing depends on quantity, service level and location — request a quote and we respond within 24 hours.
Known Vulnerabilities Affecting IBM AIX 7.3 TL2
166 published CVEs affect the IBM AIX 7.3 TL2, including 119 rated critical or high severity. Our 24/7 engineers help you assess exposure, prioritize fixes and apply available patches.
| CVE | Severity | CVSS | Published | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVE-2026-18835 | CRITICAL | 9.9 | Aug 20, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command. |
| CVE-2026-16816 | CRITICAL | 9.9 | Aug 19, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command. |
| CVE-2026-15068 | CRITICAL | 9.9 | Aug 19, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 NIM could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command. |
| CVE-2026-17160 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 20, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to an integer overflow during size computation. |
| CVE-2026-17157 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 20, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a stack buffer overflow. |
| CVE-2026-17152 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 20, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a buffer overflow. |
| CVE-2026-17145 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 20, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to improper privilege management. |
| CVE-2026-17142 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 20, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to improper authentication. |
| CVE-2026-17141 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 20, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a buffer overflow. |
| CVE-2026-17136 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 20, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a format string vulnerability. |
| CVE-2026-17122 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 20, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a stack-based buffer overflow. |
| CVE-2026-17118 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 20, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a use-after-free vulnerability. |
| CVE-2026-17040 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 20, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a buffer overflow. |
| CVE-2026-16919 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 19, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to improper validation of network-supplied pointers. |
| CVE-2026-16917 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 19, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to an integer overflow. |
| CVE-2026-16913 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 19, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a stack buffer overflow. |
| CVE-2026-16894 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 19, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a stack buffer overflow. |
| CVE-2026-16885 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 19, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a stack buffer overflow. |
| CVE-2026-16882 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 19, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command. |
| CVE-2026-16872 | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Aug 19, 2026 | IBM AIX 7.2, and 7.3 and IBM PowerVM VIOS 4.1 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to a stack-based buffer overflow. |
Showing the 20 most severe of 166 known CVEs.
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