CVE-2006-1538

CVE-2006-1538 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Enova X-wall Asic with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.9. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The Enova X-Wall ASIC encrypts with a key obtained via Microwire from a serial EEPROM that stores the key in cleartext, which allows local users with physical access to obtain the key by reading and duplicating an EEPROM that is located on a hardware token, or by sniffing the Microwire bus.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-1538?
The Enova X-Wall ASIC encrypts with a key obtained via Microwire from a serial EEPROM that stores the key in cleartext, which allows local users with physical access to obtain the key by reading and duplicating an EEPROM that is located on a hardware token, or by sniffing the Microwire bus.
How severe is CVE-2006-1538?
CVE-2006-1538 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.9, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-1538 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-1538?
CVE-2006-1538 affects Enova X-wall Asic. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1538?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-1538 published?
CVE-2006-1538 was published on 2006-03-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)