CVE-2025-36184
7.2 · HIGHOverview
CVE-2025-36184 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ibm db2. It was published on January 30, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.
Technical Description
IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) 11.5.0 - 11.5.9 could allow an instance owner to execute malicious code that escalate their privileges to root due to execution of unnecessary privileges operated at a higher than minimum level.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ibm. Update db2 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ibm | db2 | 11.5.0 | Affected |
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-36184?
CVE-2025-36184 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ibm db2. It was published on January 30, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).
How severe is CVE-2025-36184?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2025-36184?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ibm. Update db2 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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