CVE-2026-16338: CWE-73 External Control of File Name or Path in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 IBM DataStage could allow a remote authenticated attacker to perform an arbitrary file write due to improper validation of file paths.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 contains a vulnerability (CWE-73) where improper validation of file names or paths allows a remote authenticated attacker to write arbitrary files. This flaw can be exploited to overwrite or create files on the system, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability requires authentication but no user interaction and has network attack vector with low complexity. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 9.9, reflecting critical impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated remote attacker to write arbitrary files on the affected system, which can lead to complete compromise of the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This could enable execution of malicious code, data tampering, or denial of service.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation information is provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the IBM vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to file operations.
CVE-2026-16338: CWE-73 External Control of File Name or Path in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data
Description
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 IBM DataStage could allow a remote authenticated attacker to perform an arbitrary file write due to improper validation of file paths.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.9critical
Affected software
IBM
DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:datastage_on_cloud_pak_for_data:5.4.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 contains a vulnerability (CWE-73) where improper validation of file names or paths allows a remote authenticated attacker to write arbitrary files. This flaw can be exploited to overwrite or create files on the system, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability requires authentication but no user interaction and has network attack vector with low complexity. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 9.9, reflecting critical impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated remote attacker to write arbitrary files on the affected system, which can lead to complete compromise of the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This could enable execution of malicious code, data tampering, or denial of service.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation information is provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the IBM vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to file operations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- ibm
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-20T18:34:50.440Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa852d655bf5e2cf5893599
Added to database: 09/14/2026, 20:02:30 UTC
Last enriched: 09/14/2026, 20:16:48 UTC
Last updated: 09/15/2026, 02:49:32 UTC
Views: 59
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