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 neutralization of special elements used in an OS command.
Published: 2026-09-24
Score: 8.8 High
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: Remote Code Execution
Action: Immediate Patch
AI Analysis

Impact

The vulnerability exists in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data version 5.4.0.0 and allows an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code by exploiting improper neutralization of special elements in an OS command. This results in a full compromise of the affected system, giving the attacker control over the host operating system and any data or services running on it.

Affected Systems

The affected product is IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data, specifically version 5.4.0.0. The CPE identifier confirms the impact on that version.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score of 8.8 indicates high severity. The EPSS score is not available, so current exploitation probability cannot be quantified, but the vulnerability is actively discussed in the IBM support portal. Since the attack requires authentication, an attacker with valid credentials or who can hijack an authenticated session can execute the exploit. The KEV catalog does not list this vulnerability yet, so it may not be widely exploited in the wild.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on September 26, 2026 at 01:56 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 IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data to patch 7 or later (5.4 patch 7+).
  • Follow the IBM documented upgrade procedures available on the IBM software hub website.
  • In the interim, restrict access to any interfaces that allow authenticated users to run commands to limit potential impact.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on September 26, 2026 at 01:56 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 18:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

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

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:45:00 +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 code 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: 2026-09-24T14:57:54.336Z

Reserved: 2026-08-26T23:56:46.897Z

Link: CVE-2026-81539

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Updated: 2026-09-24T14:56:57.101Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Analyzed

Published: 2026-09-24T15:17:39.377

Modified: 2026-10-06T16:13:00.500

Link: CVE-2026-81539

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No data.

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Updated: 2026-09-26T02:00:02Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-78

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