CVE-2025-36038: IBM WebSphere Application Server code execution

Published Jun 25, 2025
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system with a specially crafted sequence of serialized objects.

Affected Software

13 affected components
IBM WebSphere Application Server>=8.5<=9.0
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM WebSphere Application Server>=8.5<8.5.5.28
IBM WebSphere Application Server>=9.0<9.0.5.25
Any of the following
HP HP-UX
IBM AIX
IBM i
IBM Z\/os
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Oracle Solaris
IBM Security Verify Governance<=ISVG 10.0.2
IBM Security Verify Governance -Identity Manager software component<=ISVG 10.0.2
IBM Security Verify Governance -Identity Manager virtual appliance component<=ISVG 10.0.2

Remediation

Information

For IBM WebSphere Application Server traditional: For V9.0.0.0 through 9.0.5.24: · Upgrade to minimal fix pack levels as required by the interim fix and then apply the Interim Fix that resolves PH66674 --OR-- · Apply Fix Pack 9.0.5.25 or later (targeted availability 3Q2025). For V8.5.0.0 through 8.5.5.27: · Upgrade to minimal fix pack levels as required by the interim fix and then apply the Interim Fix that resolves PH66674 --OR-- · Apply Fix Pack 8.5.5.28 or later (targeted availability 3Q2025). Additional interim fixes may be available and linked off the interim fix download page.

Event History

Jun 25, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:38 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 27, 2025
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-2025-36038?

CVE-2025-36038 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-36038?

To mitigate CVE-2025-36038, it is recommended to upgrade IBM WebSphere Application Server to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What versions of IBM WebSphere Application Server are affected by CVE-2025-36038?

CVE-2025-36038 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 8.5 and 9.0.

4

How can attackers exploit CVE-2025-36038?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2025-36038 by sending specially crafted serialized objects to the affected server.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-36038?

The exploitation of CVE-2025-36038 could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to significant data breaches or service disruptions.

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