CVE-2026-81539: 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 code 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 enables a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, indicating high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required. The impact affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to full compromise of the affected IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data instance. This impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or patch link is provided in the available data. Until a patch is available, restrict access to authenticated users and monitor for suspicious activity related to OS command execution.
CVE-2026-81539: 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 code 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 enables a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, indicating high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required. The impact affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to full compromise of the affected IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data instance. This impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or patch link is provided in the available data. Until a patch is available, restrict access to authenticated users and monitor for suspicious activity related to OS command execution.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- ibm
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-26T23:56:46.897Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ab5386ff7a7c54106707ecb
Added to database: 09/24/2026, 14:49:19 UTC
Last enriched: 09/24/2026, 15:03:49 UTC
Last updated: 09/25/2026, 02:37:42 UTC
Views: 8
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