Is CVE-2025-36221 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2025-36221 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2025-36221 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2025-36221 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2025-36221?

CVE-2025-36221 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2025-36221

CWE-1392Published: May 26, 2026· Updated: Jun 2, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

IBM Cloud Pak for Data System - Cyclops 11.3.0.2 through Interim Fix 002 IBM Cloud Pak for Data System uses default passwords default passwords from the manufacturing process for use during the installation process, which could allow an attacker to bypass authentication.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2025-36221 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in full integrity compromise (data manipulation), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.