CVE-2025-1837
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IBM watsonx Orchestrate Cartridge Unauthorized Action Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-11-08

Last updated on: 2026-11-08

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description
IBM watsonx Orchestrate Cartridge for Cloud Pak for Data 4.8.4 through 4.8.5, and 5.0.0 through 5.4.2 could allow an authenticated user to perform unauthorized actions due to improper trust of server-side permission methods.

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Published
2026-11-08
Last Modified
2026-11-08
Generated
2026-11-08
AI Q&A
2026-11-08
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2025-1837
EUVD
EUVD-2025-211278

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IBM watsonx Orchestrate Cartridge for Cloud Pak for Data From 4.8.4 (inc) to 4.8.5 (inc)
IBM watsonx Orchestrate Cartridge for Cloud Pak for Data From 5.0.0 (inc) to 5.4.2 (inc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-650 The server contains a protection mechanism that assumes that any URI that is accessed using HTTP GET will not cause a state change to the associated resource. This might allow attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and conduct resource modification and deletion attacks, since some applications allow GET to modify state.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in IBM watsonx Orchestrate Cartridge for Cloud Pak for Data versions 4.8.4 through 4.8.5 and 5.0.0 through 5.4.2 allows an authenticated user to perform unauthorized actions. The issue stems from improper trust of server-side permission methods, meaning the system incorrectly grants access to users who should not have it.

Impact Analysis

An attacker with authenticated access could exploit this to perform actions they are not authorized for, potentially leading to data breaches, unauthorized modifications, or other malicious activities within the system.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating compliance requirements such as GDPR or HIPAA. It may result in data exposure, unauthorized processing, or lack of proper access controls, all of which are critical for maintaining regulatory compliance.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest patches or updates provided by IBM for IBM watsonx Orchestrate Cartridge for Cloud Pak for Data versions 4.8.4 through 4.8.5 and 5.0.0 through 5.4.2 to address the improper trust of server-side permission methods.

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