Arbitrary Command Execution Vulnerability in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data
CVE-2026-81548

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Datastage On Cloud Pak For Data
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-81548?

IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 is susceptible to a vulnerability that allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands. This flaw arises from improper handling of special elements within an operating system command, posing significant security risks to affected systems. Users of this product are advised to implement the necessary patches provided by IBM as detailed in their advisory.

Affected Version(s)

DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7288649
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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