Data Transmission Vulnerability in IBM DB2 Recovery Expert for Linux, UNIX and Windows
CVE-2025-27903

5.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Db2 Recovery Expert For Luw
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 February 2026

What is CVE-2025-27903?

IBM DB2 Recovery Expert for Linux, UNIX, and Windows has a vulnerability that transmits data over a cleartext communication channel. This lack of encryption could enable attackers to exploit man-in-the-middle techniques, potentially compromising sensitive information. Users are encouraged to review their security measures and consider the available patches to mitigate this risk.

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Affected Version(s)

DB2 Recovery Expert for LUW 5.5 Interim Fix 002

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7259901
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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