{"id":59497,"date":"2025-07-19T19:02:30","date_gmt":"2025-07-19T19:02:30","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-10-03T12:32:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T18:32:43","slug":"cve-2025-36014-ibm-integration-bus-code-injection-vulnerability","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2025-36014-ibm-integration-bus-code-injection-vulnerability\/","title":{"rendered":"CVE-2025-36014: IBM Integration Bus Code Injection Vulnerability<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) system has identified a significant vulnerability, CVE-2025-36014, in the IBM Integration Bus for z\/OS versions 10.1.0.0 to 10.1.0.5. This vulnerability is critical as it allows a privileged user to inject malicious code into the system, posing serious risks to data integrity, confidentiality, and system stability.
\nAs a code injection<\/a> flaw, this vulnerability exploits the trust placed in user input to execute arbitrary commands, potentially compromising the entire system or leading to data leakage. Given the severity of the potential impact, it is crucial for all IBM Integration Bus users to understand and address this vulnerability<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Vulnerability Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

CVE ID: CVE-2025-36014
\nSeverity: High (8.2 CVSS score)
\nAttack Vector: Local
\nPrivileges Required: High (System Admin<\/a>)
\nUser Interaction: Required
\nImpact: Potential system<\/a> compromise and data leakage<\/p>\n

Affected Products<\/strong><\/p>\n

Product | Affected Versions<\/p>\n

IBM Integration<\/a> Bus for z\/OS | 10.1.0.0 through 10.1.0.5<\/p>\n

How the Exploit Works<\/strong><\/p>\n

The exploit works by a privileged user injecting malicious code<\/a> into the IBM Integration Bus for z\/OS system. Due to improper validation of user input in the install directory, the system processes the injected code as legitimate commands<\/a>.
\nThis lapse in input validation gives the attacker the opportunity to manipulate the system’s behaviour, potentially leading to unauthorized<\/a> access, data corruption, or even a full system takeover. The fact that this vulnerability can be exploited by a local<\/a>, privileged user makes it especially dangerous in scenarios where insider threats are a concern.<\/p>\n

Conceptual Example Code<\/strong><\/p>\n

The following is a conceptual example of how the vulnerability might be exploited. This is a hypothetical shell command that injects<\/a> malicious code into the system:<\/p>\n

$ echo \"malicious_code\" > \/ibm\/integration\/bus\/install\/directory\/vulnerable_file<\/code><\/pre>\n
In this example, “malicious_code” represents the command or payload the attacker wishes to execute<\/a> on the system.
\nPlease note: This example is for educational purposes only, and should not be used for malicious intent. Always adhere to ethical practices when handling cybersecurity<\/a> matters.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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