CVE-2006-0632

CVE-2006-0632 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Phpbb Group Phpbb with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The gen_rand_string function in phpBB 2.0.19 uses insufficiently random data (small value space) to create the activation key ("validation ID") that is sent by e-mail when establishing a password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain the key and modify passwords for existing accounts or create new accounts.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0632?
The gen_rand_string function in phpBB 2.0.19 uses insufficiently random data (small value space) to create the activation key ("validation ID") that is sent by e-mail when establishing a password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain the key and modify passwords for existing accounts or create new accounts.
How severe is CVE-2006-0632?
CVE-2006-0632 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-0632 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0632?
CVE-2006-0632 primarily affects Phpbb Group Phpbb. In total, 29 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0632?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-0632 published?
CVE-2006-0632 was published on 2006-02-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (29)

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