CVE-2026-8024
Summary
by MITRE • 06/18/2026
A remote, unauthenticated attacker may exploit a deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability in ibaPDA or ibaDatCoordinator to gain full access to the affected systems.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/18/2026
This vulnerability represents a critical deserialization flaw that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems without requiring authentication. The issue specifically impacts ibaPDA and ibaDatCoordinator components, which are likely part of industrial automation or data processing platforms. The vulnerability stems from improper validation of serialized data structures, creating an attack surface where maliciously crafted input can be processed and executed as legitimate code within the application context.
The technical exploitation occurs through the deserialization process where untrusted data is converted from serialized format back into executable objects. When ibaPDA or ibaDatCoordinator receives serialized input without proper sanitization or validation, it can be manipulated to execute malicious payloads. This type of vulnerability maps directly to CWE-502 which specifically addresses deserialization of untrusted data as a dangerous practice that can lead to remote code execution. The attack vector is particularly dangerous because it requires no authentication, making it accessible to any remote attacker who can reach the vulnerable components.
From an operational impact perspective, successful exploitation can result in complete system compromise including privilege escalation, data exfiltration, and persistent backdoor installation. The affected systems may contain sensitive industrial control data or process automation information that could be manipulated or stolen. This vulnerability particularly affects industrial control systems where the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data processing components is critical for operational continuity. The lack of authentication requirements means that attackers can exploit this vulnerability from anywhere on the network, potentially leading to widespread system compromise within industrial environments.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing proper input validation and sanitization for all serialized data processing. Organizations should deploy secure deserialization practices including using safe serialization formats, implementing strict type checking, and employing application firewalls or intrusion detection systems. The solution aligns with ATT&CK technique T1210 which covers exploitation of remote services and T1059 which covers command and scripting interpreter usage. Security measures should include network segmentation to limit access to vulnerable components, regular security updates, and monitoring for suspicious deserialization activities. Additionally, implementing principle of least privilege access controls and conducting regular vulnerability assessments can help reduce the attack surface and detect potential exploitation attempts.