CVE-2025-13687
Command Injection in IBM DataStage User-Defined Functions
Publication date: 2026-03-03
Last updated on: 2026-03-04
Assigner: IBM Corporation
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| ibm | datastage_on_cloud_pak_for_data | From 5.1.2 (inc) to 5.3.1 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-78 | The product constructs all or part of an OS command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended OS command when it is sent to a downstream component. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-13687 is a vulnerability in IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data versions 5.1.2 through 5.3.0. It allows an authenticated user to execute arbitrary commands on the system with normal user privileges. This happens because the user-defined function component does not properly validate user-supplied input, leading to an OS command injection issue.
This vulnerability is classified under CWE-78, which refers to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
An attacker who is already authenticated can exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary commands on the affected system with normal user privileges. This could lead to unauthorized actions being performed on the system, potentially compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and system resources, although the impact is rated as low to moderate.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
IBM recommends remediation by upgrading affected versions of DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data to version 5.3.1 or later.
No workarounds or mitigations are provided for this vulnerability.