Vulnerability Description
IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system with a specially crafted sequence of serialized objects.
CVSS Score
9.0
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 8.5, < 8.5.5.28 |
| Hp | Hp-Ux | - |
| Ibm | Aix | - |
| Ibm | I | - |
| Ibm | Z\/Os | - |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | - |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
| Oracle | Solaris | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7237967Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-36038?
CVE-2025-36038 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.0 (CRITICAL). IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system with a specially crafted sequence of serialized objects.
How severe is CVE-2025-36038?
CVE-2025-36038 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.0/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-36038?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Websphere Application Server, Hp Hp-Ux, Ibm Aix, Ibm I, Ibm Z\/Os.