Summary
generated automatically from NVD dataIBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 contains a path traversal flaw (CWE-22) caused by improper validation of pathnames. A remote attacker who is authenticated could exploit it to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. The issue is rated CRITICAL with a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.6, with a network attack vector, low complexity, and a changed scope with high impact on integrity and availability.
NVD description
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code due to improper validation of pathname during a path traversal.
EPSS · FIRST.org
0.52%probability of exploitation in the next 30 days
Higher than 42% of scored CVEs
EPSS (Exploit Prediction Scoring System) estimates, from observed exploitation activity, how likely a CVE is to be exploited in the next 30 days. It complements CVSS, which measures severity, not likelihood. Score of 2026-10-16, recomputed daily by FIRST.org.
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CVSS v3.1 Score
Information
- Published
- 12 oct. 2026
- Updated
- 14 oct. 2026
- Status
- Analyzed
- Source
- psirt@us.ibm.com
Affected products
Weaknesses (CWE)
References (1)
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7288649PatchVendor Advisory
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