CVE-2025-27896
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IBM Db2 Recovery Expert XSS Vulnerability in Web UI

Publication date: 2026-10-12

Last updated on: 2026-10-12

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description
IBM Db2 Recovery Expert for Linux, UNIX and Windows 5.5 IF 2 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

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Published
2026-10-12
Last Modified
2026-10-12
Generated
2026-10-13
AI Q&A
2026-10-12
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2025-27896
EUVD
EUVD-2025-211064

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Vendor Product Version / Range
IBM DB2 Recovery Expert for Linux, UNIX and Windows 5.5 IF 2

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CWE ID Description
CWE-79 The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users.

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Executive Summary

IBM Db2 Recovery Expert for Linux, UNIX and Windows 5.5 IF 2 has a cross-site scripting vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker can inject malicious JavaScript into the Web UI, potentially altering functionality and stealing credentials during a trusted session.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could allow attackers to steal user credentials or session tokens, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data. It may also enable attackers to perform actions on behalf of users within the application.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal or sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and access controls. Organizations may face compliance penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest IBM Db2 Recovery Expert patch or update to version 5.5 IF 2 or later. Review and restrict access to the Web UI to trusted users only. Implement input validation and output encoding in the Web UI to prevent XSS attacks.

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