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CRITICAL · 9.6

CVE-2026-81549

IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information due to improper validation of the X-Forwarded-Proto header.

Vulnerability Description

IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information due to improper validation of the X-Forwarded-Proto header.

CVSS Score

9.6

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
CHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
IbmDatastage On Cloud Pak For Data5.4.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-918

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-81549?

CVE-2026-81549 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.6 (CRITICAL). IBM DataStage on Cloud Pak for Data 5.4.0.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information due to improper validation of the X-Forwarded-Proto header.

How severe is CVE-2026-81549?

CVE-2026-81549 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.6/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-81549?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Datastage On Cloud Pak For Data.