CVE-2025-36221
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CVE-2025-36221 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Cloud Pak for Data System - Cyclops 11.3.0.2 through Interim Fix 002 IBM Cloud Pak for Data System uses default passwords default passwords from the manufacturing process for use during the installation process, which could allow an attacker to bypass authentication.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Cloud Pak for Data System - Cyclops 11.3.0.2 through Interim Fix 002 IBM Cloud Pak for Data System uses default passwords default passwords from the manufacturing process for use during the installation process, which could allow an attacker to bypass authentication.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Cloud Pak For Data System - Cyclops | < 11.3.0.2 |
| Ibm | Cloud Pak For Data System - Cyclops | 11.3.0.2 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7273923Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
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