CVE-2026-16427
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.33%
Last modified
CVE-2026-16427 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to write arbitrary files due to a path traversal vulnerability.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to write arbitrary files due to a path traversal vulnerability.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Datastage On Cloud Pak For Data | 5.4.0 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7294270Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-16427?
IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to write arbitrary files due to a path traversal vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2026-16427?
CVE-2026-16427 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-16427?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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