CVE-2025-36228: Incorrect Execution-Assigned Permissions in IBM Aspera Faspex

Published Dec 18, 2025
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Updated

IBM Aspera Faspex 5 5.0.0 through 5.0.14.1 may allow inconsistent permissions between the user interface and backend API allowed users to access features that appeared disabled, potentially leading to misuse.

Other sources

IBM Aspera Faspex 5 may allow inconsistent permissions between the user interface and backend API allowed users to access features that appeared disabled, potentially leading to misuse.

IBM

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM Aspera Faspex>=5.0.0<=5.0.14.1
IBM Aspera Faspex 5<=5.0.0 - 5.0.14.1
IBM Aspera Faspex>=5.0.0<5.0.14.2

Remediation

Information

IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerabilities now by upgrading to Faspex 5.0.14 available from the link below.

Event History

Dec 18, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Dec 26, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:11 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:11 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
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-2025-36228?

CVE-2025-36228 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the risk of unauthorized access caused by inconsistent permissions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-36228?

To fix CVE-2025-36228, ensure that your IBM Aspera Faspex is updated to version 5.0.14.2 or later, where the permissions issue is addressed.

3

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2025-36228?

Exploiting CVE-2025-36228 may allow users to access functions that should be disabled, leading to potential misuse of the system.

4

Which versions of IBM Aspera Faspex are affected by CVE-2025-36228?

IBM Aspera Faspex versions from 5.0.0 to 5.0.14.1 are affected by CVE-2025-36228.

5

Is authentication impacted by CVE-2025-36228?

CVE-2025-36228 may affect authentication by allowing unauthorized users to access features due to inconsistent permissions.

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