Path Traversal and File Deletion Vulnerability in IBM Guardium Data Protection
CVE-2026-84842

8.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Guardium Data Protection
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-84842?

IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.2 contains a security flaw in the Datasource REST component that allows authenticated remote attackers to exploit path traversal vulnerabilities. This can lead to arbitrary file deletion, potentially resulting in denial of service or impacting overall system integrity. It is crucial for users to apply necessary patches to safeguard against this issue.

Affected Version(s)

Guardium Data Protection 12.2

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7288035
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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