CVE-2025-36184: IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows · CWE-250
Affects IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and WindowsSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.2 High.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 10:12 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.5% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 44% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 30 Jan 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| IBMDb2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows | Affected
| Fixed in– |
CPE configurations (10)
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:11.5.0:*:*:*:*:linux:*:*cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:11.5.0:*:*:*:*:unix:*:*cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:11.5.0:*:*:*:*:aix:*:*cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:11.5.0:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:11.5.0:*:*:*:*:zos:*:*cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:11.5.9:*:*:*:*:linux:*:*
AI-suggested
Organizations should immediately audit and restrict instance owner privileges to the minimum necessary, ensuring no unnecessary elevated privileges are granted. Implement strict access controls and monitor for unusual activities by instance owners. Apply any available IBM patches or updates as soon as they are released for versions 11.5.0 through 11.5.9. If patches are not yet available, consider isolating Db2 instances in segmented network zones with limited access to reduce exposure. Employ host-based intrusion detection systems (HIDS) to detect privilege escalation attempts. Regularly review and harden database and operating system configurations to enforce the principle of least privilege. Additionally, implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) for administrative accounts and maintain comprehensive logging and alerting to quickly identify suspicious behavior. Engage with IBM support for guidance and monitor security advisories for updates on patches or workarounds.
Description
IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) 11.5.0 - 11.5.9 could allow an instance owner to execute malicious code that escalate their privileges to root due to execution of unnecessary privileges operated at a higher than minimum level.