Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data
CVE-2026-81552

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

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

What is CVE-2026-81552?

IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data version 5.4.0.0 has a vulnerability that allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands. This issue arises from insufficient validation of environment variables, which may be exploited to gain unauthorized control over the application. Implementing the recommended patches and security measures is crucial to mitigate this risk.

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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