How severe is CVE-2006-0478?

CVE-2006-0478 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-0478 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-0478?

CVE-2006-0478 affects Cre Loaded. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-0478?

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-2006-0478 published?

CVE-2006-0478 was published on 2006-01-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-0478

CVE-2006-0478 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cre Loaded 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (86th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cre Loaded
Published: 2006-01-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

CRE Loaded 6.15 allows remote attackers to perform privileged actions, including uploading and creating arbitrary files, via a direct request to files.php. NOTE: the vendor states "The initial announcement of this risk was made on our website... and it included a patch which will close the vulnerability on all known 6.0x and 6.1x releases. We strongly encourage users of CRE Loaded 6.x, osCMax, and other users of osCommerce who have installed HTMLArea based WYSIWYG editors and Admin Access with Levels to modify thier installations at the earliest possible moment."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0478?: CRE Loaded 6.15 allows remote attackers to perform privileged actions, including uploading and creating arbitrary files, via a direct request to files.php. NOTE: the vendor states "The initial announcement of this risk was made on our website... and it included a patch which will close the vulnerability on all known 6.0x and 6.1x releases. We strongly encourage users of CRE Loaded 6.x, osCMax, and other users of osCommerce who have installed HTMLArea based WYSIWYG editors and Admin Access with Levels to modify thier installations at the earliest possible moment."
How severe is CVE-2006-0478?: CVE-2006-0478 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-0478 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0478?: CVE-2006-0478 affects Cre Loaded. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0478?: 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-2006-0478 published?: CVE-2006-0478 was published on 2006-01-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:cre_loaded:cre_loaded:6.15:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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