CVE-2025-2138: IBM Engineering Requirements Management Doors Next data modification

Published Oct 10, 2025
·
Updated

IBM Engineering Requirements Management Doors Next 7.0.2, 7.0.3, and 7.1

could allow an authenticated user on the network to delete comments from other users due to client-side enforcement of server-side security.

Other sources

IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next could allow an authenticated user on the network to delete comments from other users due to client-side enforcement of server-side security.

— IBM

Affected Software

10 affected components
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next>=7.0.2<=7.1
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next<=7.0.2
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next<=7.0.3
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next<=7.1
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next=7.0.2
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next=7.0.3
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next=7.1
Any of the following
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.0.2Patch ifix 36
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.0.3Patch ifix 19 or newer
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.1.0Patch ifix 05 or newer

Event History

Oct 10, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Oct 12, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:37 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-2138?

CVE-2025-2138 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on user data integrity.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-2138?

To fix CVE-2025-2138, upgrade IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next to the latest version available beyond 7.1.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-2138?

Users of IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next versions 7.0.2, 7.0.3, and 7.1 are affected by CVE-2025-2138.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2025-2138 allow?

CVE-2025-2138 allows authenticated users to delete comments from other users due to improper security enforcement.

5

Is CVE-2025-2138 related to network security?

Yes, CVE-2025-2138 involves network security as it affects authenticated users over the network.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203