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high · CVSS v3 8.1

CVE-2026-84081

IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.2 contains an improper certificate validation vulnerability that enables remote attackers to bypass security

Overview

IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.2 contains an improper certificate validation vulnerability that enables remote attackers to bypass security restrictions. This flaw compromises trust boundaries during secure communications, potentially allowing interception or unauthorized access. Addressing this is vital for maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of protected database activity monitoring data.

Description

IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.2 could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions due to improper certificate validation.

Impact

This vulnerability impacts the confidentiality and integrity triad of the affected IBM Guardium deployment. Remote attackers capable of network positioning could exploit the improper certificate validation to execute adversary-in-the-middle attacks or bypass authentication controls. Organizations relying on this platform for compliance and sensitive data monitoring face potential visibility gaps and unauthorized data exposure.

Remediation

Apply the official vendor-supplied patches or security updates provided by IBM for Guardium Data Protection 12.2. Review certificate validation configurations and enforce strict trust paths for all internal and external TLS connections. Monitor administrative access logs and network traffic for anomalous connection attempts indicative of certificate validation bypassing.

Risk context

Rated with a high severity CVSS score of 8.1, this vulnerability poses significant risk due to its remote exploitability and potential impact on security controls. While EPSS data is not currently available, the criticality of database monitoring platforms warrants prompt remediation to prevent compromise.

Affected products

  • IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.2

Scores

Severity
high
CVSS v2
7.6
CVSS v3
8.1
CVSS v4
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EPSS
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cve ibm guardium certificate-validation high-severity defense network-security

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