IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code due to improper validation of… (CVE-2026-84421)
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data version 5.4.0.0 contains a vulnerability that allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code. This occurs due to improper validation of file paths during archive extraction, which could be exploited to compromise the system. The vulnerability has a high severity with a CVSS score of 8.8. No patch or remediation information is currently provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-84421 describes a vulnerability in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 where improper validation of paths during archive extraction can lead to arbitrary code execution by a remote authenticated attacker. This vulnerability is classified under CWE-22 (Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory). The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, indicating high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system running 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 patch information is currently available. Until a patch is released, limit access to trusted users and monitor for suspicious activity related to archive extraction processes.
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code due to improper validation of… (CVE-2026-84421)
Description
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data version 5.4.0.0 contains a vulnerability that allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code. This occurs due to improper validation of file paths during archive extraction, which could be exploited to compromise the system. The vulnerability has a high severity with a CVSS score of 8.8. No patch or remediation information is currently provided.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.8high
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-84421 describes a vulnerability in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 where improper validation of paths during archive extraction can lead to arbitrary code execution by a remote authenticated attacker. This vulnerability is classified under CWE-22 (Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory). The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, indicating high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system running 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 patch information is currently available. Until a patch is released, limit access to trusted users and monitor for suspicious activity related to archive extraction processes.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-vcc5-pm7f-9xqq
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-84421"]
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6abc27b6680226ef6846f521
Added to database: 09/29/2026, 21:03:50 UTC
Last enriched: 09/29/2026, 21:14:43 UTC
Last updated: 09/30/2026, 03:38:44 UTC
Views: 7
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