CVE-2025-14914: IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty Path Traversal

Published Feb 2, 2026
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty 17.0.0.3 through 26.0.0.1 could allow a privileged user to upload a zip archive containing path traversal sequences resulting in an overwrite of files leading to arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty>=17.0.0.3<=26.0.0.1
IBM WebSphere Application Server>=17.0.0.3<=26.0.0.1
IBM watsonx.data intelligence<=5.2.0, 5.2.1, 5.3.0, 5.3.1

Remediation

Information

IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerability now by applying a currently available interim fix or fix pack that contains the fix for APAR PH69485. To determine if a feature is enabled for IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty, refer to How to determine if Liberty is using a specific feature https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6553910 . For IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty 17.0.0.3 - 26.0.0.1 using the restConnector-1.0 or restConnector-2.0 feature(s): · Upgrade to minimal fix pack levels as required by the interim fix and then apply the Interim Fix that resolves PH69485 https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7257603 --OR-- · Apply Liberty Fix Pack 26.0.0.2 or later (targeted availability 1Q2026). Additional interim fixes may be available and linked off the interim fix download page.

Event History

Feb 2, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:17 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Apr 27, 2026
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-14914?

CVE-2025-14914 has been rated as high severity due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-14914?

To mitigate CVE-2025-14914, upgrade IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty to a version above 26.0.0.1.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-14914?

CVE-2025-14914 is a path traversal vulnerability that allows unauthorized file access and can lead to arbitrary code execution.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-14914?

CVE-2025-14914 affects users of IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty versions from 17.0.0.3 to 26.0.0.1.

5

Can CVE-2025-14914 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-14914 can be exploited remotely by a privileged user to upload malicious zip archives.

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