Description
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command.
Published: 2026-09-23
Score: 8.8 High
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: Remote Code Execution
Action: Patch Immediately
AI Analysis

Impact

DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data version 5.4.0.0 contains an OS command injection flaw (CWE‑78). An authenticated attacker can craft a request that causes the system to execute arbitrary operating‑system commands. This results in full compromise of the host, including the ability to read, modify or delete files, install additional software, and exfiltrate data. The impact covers confidentiality, integrity, and availability across the entire data integration platform for any user with valid credentials.

Affected Systems

The vulnerability affects IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0. IBM recommends upgrading to patch 7 or later (e.g., 5.4 patch 7). No other product versions are listed as affected.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score is 8.8, indicating high severity. The EPSS score is not available, and the vulnerability is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog, but the lack of publicly known exploits does not reduce the risk for an authenticated attacker. Attackers require valid credentials and network access to the DataStage instance; once logged in they can send a crafted payload that triggers the injection. The risk remains high until the patch is applied.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on September 23, 2026 at 22:37 UTC.

Remediation

Vendor Solution

IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerability now by upgrading DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data. Product(s)Version(s) number and/or range Remediation/Fix/InstructionsDataStage on Cloud Pak for Data5.4.0.0 Upgrade to 5.4 patch 7 or later by following these instructions https://www.ibm.com/docs/en/software-hub/5.4.x .

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Upgrade DataStage to 5.4 patch 7 or later following IBM's instructions
  • Restrict or disable remote authenticated access to the affected service until the update is applied
  • Review user privileges and limit the accounts that have permission to trigger the vulnerable functionality

Generated by OpenCVE AI on September 23, 2026 at 22:37 UTC.

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History

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
CPEs cpe:2.3:a:ibm:datastage_on_cloud_pak_for_data:5.4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command.
Title DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data has several vulnerabilities
First Time appeared Ibm
Ibm datastage On Cloud Pak For Data
Weaknesses CWE-78
CPEs cpe:2.3:a:ibm:datastage_on_cloud_pak_for_data:5.4.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Vendors & Products Ibm
Ibm datastage On Cloud Pak For Data
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 8.8, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}

Subscriptions

Ibm Datastage On Cloud Pak For Data
cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: ibm

Published:

Updated: 2026-09-24T13:28:03.876Z

Reserved: 2026-08-26T10:42:48.086Z

Link: CVE-2026-80425

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Updated: 2026-09-24T13:27:54.524Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Analyzed

Published: 2026-09-23T21:17:03.190

Modified: 2026-10-06T16:13:11.437

Link: CVE-2026-80425

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No data.

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Updated: 2026-09-23T22:45:10Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-78

    Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')