CVE-2006-0531

CVE-2006-0531 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Java System Access Manager with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Sun Java System Access Manager 7.0 allows local users logged in as "root" to bypass authentication and gain top-level administrator privileges via the amadmin CLI tool.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0531?
Unspecified vulnerability in Sun Java System Access Manager 7.0 allows local users logged in as "root" to bypass authentication and gain top-level administrator privileges via the amadmin CLI tool.
How severe is CVE-2006-0531?
CVE-2006-0531 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-0531 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (32nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0531?
CVE-2006-0531 primarily affects Sun Java System Access Manager. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0531?
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-2006-0531 published?
CVE-2006-0531 was published on 2006-02-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

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