CVE-2006-0426

CVE-2006-0426 is a high-severity vulnerability in Bea Weblogic Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

BEA WebLogic Server and WebLogic Express 8.1 through SP4, when configuration auditing is enabled and a password change occurs, stores the old and new passwords in cleartext in the DefaultAuditRecorder.log file, which could allow attackers to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0426?
BEA WebLogic Server and WebLogic Express 8.1 through SP4, when configuration auditing is enabled and a password change occurs, stores the old and new passwords in cleartext in the DefaultAuditRecorder.log file, which could allow attackers to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2006-0426?
CVE-2006-0426 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-0426 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0426?
CVE-2006-0426 primarily affects Bea Weblogic Server. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0426?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2006-0426 published?
CVE-2006-0426 was published on 2006-01-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

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