CVE-2026-85029
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IBM Guardium Data Protection Path Traversal Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-09-25

Last updated on: 2026-09-25

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description
IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.2 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, delete arbitrary files, or execute arbitrary code due to improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory.

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Published
2026-09-25
Last Modified
2026-09-25
Generated
2026-09-25
AI Q&A
2026-09-25
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-85029
EUVD
EUVD-2026-87100

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Vendor Product Version / Range
ibm guardium_data_protection 12.2

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CWE ID Description
CWE-22 The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.

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Executive Summary

IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.2 has a vulnerability where a remote attacker could exploit improper pathname restrictions to access sensitive information, delete files, or run malicious code on the system.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could allow attackers to steal data, delete critical files, or execute unauthorized commands, potentially leading to data breaches, system damage, or further network compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or deletion of sensitive data, violating GDPR's data protection requirements or HIPAA's safeguards for protected health information, resulting in legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches from IBM for Guardium Data Protection 12.2 to address the improper pathname restriction. Restrict network access to the system and monitor for unusual file deletion or code execution activities.

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