How severe is CVE-2006-0918?

CVE-2006-0918 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-0918 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-0918?

CVE-2006-0918 affects Ritlabs The Bat. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-0918?

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-2006-0918 published?

CVE-2006-0918 was published on 2006-02-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-0918

CVE-2006-0918 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ritlabs The Bat 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: 4% (88th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ritlabs The Bat
Published: 2006-02-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in RITLabs The Bat! 3.60.07 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Subject field.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0918?: Buffer overflow in RITLabs The Bat! 3.60.07 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Subject field.
How severe is CVE-2006-0918?: CVE-2006-0918 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-0918 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0918?: CVE-2006-0918 affects Ritlabs The Bat. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0918?: 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-2006-0918 published?: CVE-2006-0918 was published on 2006-02-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:ritlabs:the_bat:3.60.07:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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