CVE-2026-81536: CWE-611 Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference 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 obtain sensitive information due to an XML external entity (XXE) injection.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 contains an XML External Entity (XXE) injection vulnerability classified as CWE-611. This flaw allows a remote attacker with authentication privileges to exploit improper restrictions on XML external entity references, potentially leading to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.7, reflecting high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, required privileges, no user interaction, and a confidentiality impact rated as high.
Potential Impact
An authenticated remote attacker could leverage the XXE vulnerability to access sensitive information within the affected IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data environment. The vulnerability does not affect system integrity or availability but poses a significant confidentiality risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since the product is not a cloud service, remediation depends on IBM providing an official fix. Until then, restrict access to authenticated users and monitor for unusual activity related to XML processing.
CVE-2026-81536: CWE-611 Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference 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 obtain sensitive information due to an XML external entity (XXE) injection.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.7high
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 XML External Entity (XXE) injection vulnerability classified as CWE-611. This flaw allows a remote attacker with authentication privileges to exploit improper restrictions on XML external entity references, potentially leading to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.7, reflecting high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, required privileges, no user interaction, and a confidentiality impact rated as high.
Potential Impact
An authenticated remote attacker could leverage the XXE vulnerability to access sensitive information within the affected IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data environment. The vulnerability does not affect system integrity or availability but poses a significant confidentiality risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since the product is not a cloud service, remediation depends on IBM providing an official fix. Until then, restrict access to authenticated users and monitor for unusual activity related to XML processing.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- ibm
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-26T23:33:14.396Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ab4491ff7a7c541065fe501
Added to database: 09/23/2026, 21:48:15 UTC
Last enriched: 09/23/2026, 22:02:54 UTC
Last updated: 09/24/2026, 02:07:28 UTC
Views: 19
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