CVE-2026-18658
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IBM Operational Decision Manager SQL Injection Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-09-04

Last updated on: 2026-09-04

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description
IBM Operational Decision Manager 9.6.0.0, 9.5.0.0, 8.11.1.0, 8.11.0.1, 8.12.0.1, 9.5.0.1, and 9.0.0.1 is vulnerable to SQL injection. An unauthenticated attacker can execute arbitrary SQL statements and leverage database functionality to write a web shell to the application web root, resulting in remote code execution.

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Published
2026-09-04
Last Modified
2026-09-04
Generated
2026-09-04
AI Q&A
2026-09-04
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-18658

Affected Vendors & Products

Showing 14 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
ibm operational_decision_manager 9.6.0.0
ibm operational_decision_manager 9.5.0.0
ibm operational_decision_manager 8.11.1.0
ibm operational_decision_manager 8.11.0.1
ibm operational_decision_manager 8.12.0.1
ibm operational_decision_manager 9.5.0.1
ibm operational_decision_manager 9.0.0.1
apache log4j_api to 2.25.4 (inc)
apache log4j_api to 2.26.1 (inc)
jackson databind to 2.21.5 (exc)
jackson databind 2.21.5
jackson databind 3.1.4
logback logback-classic to 1.6.2 (exc)
logback logback-classic 1.6.2

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Exploitability

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CWE ID Description
CWE-89 The product constructs all or part of an SQL command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended SQL command when it is sent to a downstream component. Without sufficient removal or quoting of SQL syntax in user-controllable inputs, the generated SQL query can cause those inputs to be interpreted as SQL instead of ordinary user data.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a SQL injection flaw in IBM Operational Decision Manager versions 9.6.0.0, 9.5.0.0, 8.11.1.0, 8.11.0.1, 8.12.0.1, 9.5.0.1, and 9.0.0.1. An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this to execute arbitrary SQL commands. This could allow writing a web shell to the application's web root, leading to remote code execution.

Detection Guidance

Check for unauthorized SQL queries or web shell files in the application web root. Inspect logs for suspicious database access patterns or unexpected file writes. Use network monitoring tools to detect unusual outbound connections from the application server.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain full control over the affected system by executing arbitrary commands. This includes accessing, modifying, or deleting sensitive data, installing malware, or using the system as a pivot point to attack other systems in the network.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or exfiltration, violating GDPR's data protection requirements and HIPAA's safeguards for protected health information. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest IBM Operational Decision Manager patches immediately. Restrict database user permissions to prevent arbitrary SQL execution. Monitor for signs of compromise like unexpected file changes or unusual network activity.

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