CVE-2025-36039: IBM Aspera Faspex bypass security

Published Jul 29, 2025
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Updated

IBM Aspera Faspex 5 could allow an authenticated user to perform unauthorized actions due to client-side enforcement of sever side security mechanisms,

Other sources

IBM Aspera Faspex 5.0.0 through 5.0.12.1 could allow an authenticated user to perform unauthorized actions due to client-side enforcement of sever side security mechanisms,

— NVD

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM Aspera Faspex>=5.0.0<=5.0.12.1
IBM Aspera Faspex 5<=5.0.0 - 5.0.12.1
IBM Aspera Faspex>=5.0.0<=5.0.12.1

Remediation

Information

IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerabilities now by upgrading to Faspex 5.0.13.

Event History

Jul 29, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Jul 30, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:47 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jul 31, 2025
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-36039?

CVE-2025-36039 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential for unauthorized actions by authenticated users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-36039?

To fix CVE-2025-36039, upgrade IBM Aspera Faspex to version 5.0.12.2 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-36039?

CVE-2025-36039 affects authenticated users of IBM Aspera Faspex versions 5.0.0 through 5.0.12.1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-36039?

CVE-2025-36039 is a client-side security vulnerability allowing unauthorized actions.

5

Can CVE-2025-36039 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2025-36039 requires authentication, hence it cannot be exploited by unauthenticated remote attackers.

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