How severe is CVE-2006-1506?

CVE-2006-1506 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-1506 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-1506?

CVE-2006-1506 primarily affects Sun Grid Engine. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-1506?

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-2006-1506 published?

CVE-2006-1506 was published on 2006-03-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-1506

CVE-2006-1506 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Grid Engine 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (31st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sun Grid Engine
Published: 2006-03-30
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in rsh in Sun Microsystems Sun Grid Engine 5.3 before 20060327 and N1 Grid Engine 6.0 before 20060327 allows local users to gain root privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-1506?: Unspecified vulnerability in rsh in Sun Microsystems Sun Grid Engine 5.3 before 20060327 and N1 Grid Engine 6.0 before 20060327 allows local users to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2006-1506?: CVE-2006-1506 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-1506 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-1506?: CVE-2006-1506 primarily affects Sun Grid Engine. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1506?: 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-2006-1506 published?: CVE-2006-1506 was published on 2006-03-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:sun:grid_engine:5.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:n1_grid_engine:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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