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CVE-2025-12530 IBM CVE debrief

IBM watsonx.data intelligence versions 5.2.2, 5.3.0, 5.3.1, and 5.3.1 through Patch 1 are vulnerable to a clear text transmission issue. This vulnerability allows an attacker to obtain sensitive information using man-in-the-middle techniques. The affected product is used for data intelligence tasks. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.9, classified as MEDIUM severity. IBM has provided patches and updates to mitigate the risk. Defenders should verify patch status and review official advisories for mitigation steps. Evidence is based on official records from IBM and NVD.

Vendor
IBM
Product
watsonx.data intelligence
CVSS
MEDIUM 5.9
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-06-30
Original CVE updated
2026-07-30
Advisory published
2026-06-30
Advisory updated
2026-07-30

Who should care

IBM watsonx.data intelligence users and administrators should review and apply patches or updates to mitigate the vulnerability. They should also assess their exposure, implement compensating controls if necessary, and conduct regular security audits and risk assessments. Additionally, security teams and vulnerability management teams should prioritize patching and monitor network traffic for suspicious activity.

Technical summary

IBM watsonx.data intelligence 5.2.2, 5.3.0, 5.3.1, 5.3.1 through Patch 1 transmits data in clear text, allowing an attacker to obtain sensitive information using man-in-the-middle techniques. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.9 and is classified as MEDIUM severity. Affected deployments should prioritize patching or applying vendor guidance to mitigate the risk.

Defensive priority

Medium-priority defensive actions are recommended due to the MEDIUM CVSS score of 5.9.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Review and apply vendor-provided patches or updates
  • Implement encryption for data in transit
  • Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity
  • Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments
  • Verify patch status of IBM watsonx.data intelligence deployments

Evidence notes

The CVE record and NVD entry provide details on the vulnerability. Evidence is based on official records from IBM and NVD. The affected product, IBM watsonx.data intelligence, has versions 5.2.2, 5.3.0, 5.3.1, and 5.3.1 through Patch 1 that are vulnerable. Defenders should verify the patch status of their deployments and review the official advisory for mitigation steps. Additionally, they should assess their exposure and implement compensating controls if necessary.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2025-12530 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2025-12530

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2025-12530 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-12530

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Supplemental references

Methodology and review provenance

AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.