CVE-2026-80379: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data
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.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 contains an OS command injection vulnerability (CWE-78) due to improper neutralization of special elements used in OS commands. This flaw could allow a remote attacker with valid authentication to execute arbitrary OS commands, potentially compromising the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.8, reflecting high impact and exploitability under the conditions described.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to full compromise of the affected system, including unauthorized command execution with the privileges of the authenticated user. This impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system and data processed by IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or workaround information is provided in the available data. Until a patch is available, restrict access to authenticated users and monitor for suspicious activity related to command execution.
CVE-2026-80379: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data
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.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.8high
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 an OS command injection vulnerability (CWE-78) due to improper neutralization of special elements used in OS commands. This flaw could allow a remote attacker with valid authentication to execute arbitrary OS commands, potentially compromising the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.8, reflecting high impact and exploitability under the conditions described.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to full compromise of the affected system, including unauthorized command execution with the privileges of the authenticated user. This impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system and data processed by IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or workaround information is provided in the available data. Until a patch is available, restrict access to authenticated users and monitor for suspicious activity related to command execution.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- ibm
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-26T10:18:02.575Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ab43e93f7a7c54106550f85
Added to database: 09/23/2026, 21:03:15 UTC
Last enriched: 09/23/2026, 21:18:02 UTC
Last updated: 09/24/2026, 03:57:26 UTC
Views: 11
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