IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 IBM DataStage could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to os… (CVE-2026-16466)
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 contains a vulnerability that allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary operating system commands due to OS command injection. This vulnerability has a high severity with a CVSS score of 8.8. No specific affected versions beyond 5.4.0.0 are stated, and no patch or remediation information is provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-16466 describes an OS command injection vulnerability in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data version 5.4.0.0. This flaw allows a remote attacker with authentication privileges to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system, potentially leading to full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-78 (Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command). The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, indicating high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary OS commands, resulting in complete compromise of the affected system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to authenticated users and monitor for suspicious activity related to command execution within IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0.
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 IBM DataStage could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to os… (CVE-2026-16466)
Description
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 contains a vulnerability that allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary operating system commands due to OS command injection. This vulnerability has a high severity with a CVSS score of 8.8. No specific affected versions beyond 5.4.0.0 are stated, and no patch or remediation information is provided.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.8high
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-16466 describes an OS command injection vulnerability in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data version 5.4.0.0. This flaw allows a remote attacker with authentication privileges to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system, potentially leading to full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-78 (Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command). The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, indicating high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary OS commands, resulting in complete compromise of the affected system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to authenticated users and monitor for suspicious activity related to command execution within IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-q4vg-vwhg-wcfh
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-16466"]
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa8a1c755bf5e2cf5f3e8df
Added to database: 09/15/2026, 01:39:19 UTC
Last enriched: 09/15/2026, 01:59:03 UTC
Last updated: 09/15/2026, 08:01:23 UTC
Views: 3
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