CVE-2026-84089

CVE-2026-84089 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Guardium Data Protection with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-269.

Key facts

Description

IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.2 could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges due to improper privilege management.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-84089?
IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.2 could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges due to improper privilege management.
How severe is CVE-2026-84089?
CVE-2026-84089 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-84089 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (3rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-84089?
CVE-2026-84089 affects Ibm Guardium Data Protection. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-84089?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2026-84089 published?
CVE-2026-84089 was published on 2026-09-18 and last updated on 2026-10-06.

References

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