CVE-2026-1272: IBM Guardium Data Protection is affected by multiple vulnerabilities

Published Apr 22, 2026
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Updated

IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.0, 12.1, and 12.2 is vulnerable to Security Misconfiguration vulnerability in the user access control panel.

Other sources

IBM Guardium Data Protection is vulnerable to Security Misconfiguration vulnerability in the user access control panel.

— IBM

Affected Software

7 affected components
IBM Guardium Data Protection=12.0, =12.1, =12.2
IBM Guardium Data Protection<=12.0
IBM Guardium Data Protection<=12.1
IBM Guardium Data Protection<=12.2
IBM Guardium Data Protection=12.0
IBM Guardium Data Protection=12.1
IBM Guardium Data Protection=12.2

Remediation

Information

IBM encourages customers to update their systems promptly.  ProductVersions FixIBM Guardium Data Protection12.0 https://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/swg/quickorder?parent=IBM%20Security&product=ibm/Information+Management/InfoSphere+Guardium&release=12.0&platform=Linux&function=fixId&fixids=SqlGuard-12.0p55_Bundle&includeSupersedes=0&source=fc IBM Guardium Data Protection12.1 https://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/swg/quickorder?parent=IBM%20Security&product=ibm/Information+Management/InfoSphere+Guardium&release=12.1&platform=Linux&function=fixId&fixids=SqlGuard-12.0p140_Bundle&includeSupersedes=0&source=fc IBM Guardium Data Protection12.2 https://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/swg/quickorder?parent=IBM%20Security&product=ibm/Information+Management/InfoSphere+Guardium&release=12.2&platform=Linux&function=fixId&fixids=SqlGuard-12.0p210_GPU_Dec_2025_V12.2.1_FC&includeSupersedes=0&source=fc

Event History

Apr 22, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:33 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via IBM·11:52 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Apr 23, 2026
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-1272?

CVE-2026-1272 is classified as a Security Misconfiguration vulnerability affecting IBM Guardium Data Protection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-1272?

To fix CVE-2026-1272, ensure the user access control panel is properly configured and restrict access based on the principle of least privilege.

3

Which versions of IBM Guardium Data Protection are affected by CVE-2026-1272?

CVE-2026-1272 affects IBM Guardium Data Protection versions 12.0, 12.1, and 12.2.

4

What can happen if CVE-2026-1272 is exploited?

Exploiting CVE-2026-1272 can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data due to improper user access controls.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2026-1272?

No specific patch information is provided for CVE-2026-1272; users should follow best practices for configuration.

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