CVE-2025-13689
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Unrestricted File Upload in IBM DataStage Enables Command Execution

Vulnerability report for CVE-2025-13689, including description, CVSS score, EPSS score, affected products, exploitability, helpful resources, and attack-flow context.

Publication date: 2026-02-17

Last updated on: 2026-02-20

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description

IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data could allow an authenticated user to execute arbitrary commands and gain access to sensitive information due to unrestricted file uploads.

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Published
2026-02-17
Last Modified
2026-02-20
Generated
2026-07-06
AI Q&A
2026-02-18
EPSS Evaluated
2026-07-05
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ibm datastage_on_cloud_pak_for_data From 5.1.2 (inc) to 5.3.1 (exc)

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CWE-434 The product allows the upload or transfer of dangerous file types that are automatically processed within its environment.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data allows an authenticated user to execute arbitrary commands and gain access to sensitive information. The root cause is unrestricted file uploads, which means the system does not properly restrict or validate files being uploaded, enabling malicious actions.

Impact Analysis

The impact of this vulnerability is severe. An attacker with valid authentication can execute arbitrary commands, potentially taking control of the system. They can also access sensitive information, leading to data breaches, loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.

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