CVE-2026-16469
📛 CVE Title
DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data has several vulnerabilities
Description
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 px-runtime could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command.
Overview
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Assigner (CNA)
- ibm
- CVSS severity
- HIGH
- CVSS score
- 8.8 / 10
- CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H- Effective score
- 8.8 / 10 HIGH source: CNA overview
- CWE(s)
-
CWE-78 - Reserved
- 2026-07-21
- Published
- 2026-09-22 21:23 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-09-22 21:23 UTC
- Source
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2026/16xxx/CVE-2026-16469.json
- Linked Threat
- CVE-2026-16469 — DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data has several vulnerabilities
NVD triage scoring NVD CVE 2.0
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- NVD published
- 2026-09-22 22:17:07 UTC
- NVD last modified
- 2026-09-22 22:17:07 UTC
- NVD CVSS v3.1
- 8.8 / 10 HIGH source: psirt@us.ibm.com
- NVD CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H- Exploitability subscore
- 2.8 / 10
- Impact subscore
- 5.9 / 10
NVD / KEV / EPSS data refreshed 2026-09-23 01:43 UTC. Re-run the 🛰 Backfill from NVD button above to refresh.
European Union Vulnerability Database ENISA EUVD
ENISA's official EU repository for curated vulnerability intelligence. Carries a separate identifier (EUVD-YYYY-NNNN) and frequently exposes an earlier-published description + CVSS than NVD does.
- EUVD ID
-
EUVD-2026-84974 - Assigner
- ibm
- Published
- Sep 22, 2026, 9:23:35 PM
- Updated
- Sep 22, 2026, 9:23:35 PM
- EUVD base score (CVSS 3.1)
-
8.8 / 10
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H - EUVD-reported EPSS
- 0.0000
- Vendors
- IBM
- Products
-
DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data (5.4.0.0)
- Aliases
-
GHSA-hw6p-gf8v-8qx8
ENISA description: IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 px-runtime could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command.
EUVD references (1)
Affected products (1)
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|
| IBM | DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data |
5.4.0.0 (affected)
|
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Vendor references (1)
References embedded in the original CVE record by the assigning CNA.
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7288649 vendor-advisorypatch
Web references (0)
DuckDuckGo results ranked by threat-intel / vendor advisory domains. Generated by the 🔎 Find references (web) button above — same flow as the Remediations search.
No web references attached yet.
NVD-tagged references (1)
Reference list NVD curates from the CNA record, vendor advisories, and third-party reports. The tag chips below are NVD's analyst-assigned categories.
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7288649 psirt@us.ibm.com
Remediations (10)
Remediations are stored against the linked Threat row; the list below is deduplicated across both pages.
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web:cvebrief.com
Remediation Immediate Action: Upgrade DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data to version 5.4 patch 7 or later according to the official IBM documentation. Proactive Monitoring: Review system and application access logs for suspicious shell commands or unusual child processes originating from the DataStage runtime environment.
2026-09-23 15:20 UTC -
web:cvefeed.io
The following list is the news that have been mention CVE-2026-16469 vulnerability anywhere in the article. Results are limited to the first 20 news articles due to potential performance issues. The following table lists the changes that have been made to the CVE-2026-16469 vulnerability over time.
2026-09-23 15:20 UTC -
web:feedly.com
A vulnerability was found in IBM DataStage 5.4.0.0 . It has been classified as very critical . Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the component px-runtime . The manipulation leads to os command injection. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2026-16469 . It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. There is no exploit available.
2026-09-23 15:20 UTC -
web:msrc.microsoft.com
The Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) investigates all reports of security vulnerabilities affecting Microsoft products and services, and provides the information here as part of the ongoing effort to help you manage security risks and help keep your systems protected.
2026-09-23 15:20 UTC -
web:sec.cloudapps.cisco.com
On September 16, 2026 , the Cisco Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT) published the advisories that are listed in the following tables. To remediate these vulnerabilities, Cisco strongly recommends that customers upgrade to the fixed software that is indicated in the advisories. For more information about changes in Cisco PSIRT vulnerability disclosure, see Strengthening the ...
2026-09-23 15:20 UTC -
web:senserva.com
Every Microsoft security patch (KB) and the CVEs it fixes, with severity, CVSS, and CISA KEV status. Cross-linked to the CVE reference.
2026-09-23 15:20 UTC -
web:support.microsoft.com
Be aware that the update in the Microsoft Download Center applies to the Microsoft Installer (.msi)-based edition of Office 2016. It doesn't apply to the Office 2016 Click-to-Run editions, such as Microsoft Office 365 Home. (See What version of Office am I using?) How to get and install the update Method 1: Microsoft Update This update is available from Microsoft Update. When you turn on ...
2026-09-23 15:20 UTC -
web:support.microsoft.com
This Hotpatch update for Windows 11, version 25H2 and 24H2 (KB5079420), improves functionality, performance, and reliability. To learn more about differences between security updates, optional non-security preview updates, out-of-band (OOB) updates, and continuous innovation, see Windows monthly updates explained. For information on Windows update terminology, see the different types of ...
2026-09-23 15:20 UTC -
web:www.crowdstrike.com
Microsoft patches 206 vulnerabilities in June 2026 Patch Tuesday, including three publicly disclosed zero-days.
2026-09-23 15:20 UTC -
web:www.veeam.com
When a vulnerability is identified, our team promptly develops a patch to address and mitigate the risk. In line with our dedication to transparency, we publicly disclose the vulnerability and provide detailed mitigation information.
2026-09-23 15:20 UTC
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Raw JSON
The full cvelistV5 record. Download as CVE-2026-16469.json.
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