CVE-2006-0916

CVE-2006-0916 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mozilla Bugzilla 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

Bugzilla 2.19.3 through 2.20 does not properly handle "//" sequences in URLs when redirecting a user from the login form, which could cause it to generate a partial URL in a form action that causes the user's browser to send the form data to another domain.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0916?
Bugzilla 2.19.3 through 2.20 does not properly handle "//" sequences in URLs when redirecting a user from the login form, which could cause it to generate a partial URL in a form action that causes the user's browser to send the form data to another domain.
How severe is CVE-2006-0916?
CVE-2006-0916 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-0916 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (64th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0916?
CVE-2006-0916 primarily affects Mozilla Bugzilla. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0916?
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-2006-0916 published?
CVE-2006-0916 was published on 2006-02-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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