CVE-2006-1771

CVE-2006-1771 is a high-severity vulnerability in Saxotech Saxopress 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

Directory traversal vulnerability in misc in pbcs.dll in SAXoTECH SAXoPRESS, aka Saxotech Online (formerly Publicus) allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and possibly execute arbitrary programs via a .. (dot dot) in the url parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-1771?
Directory traversal vulnerability in misc in pbcs.dll in SAXoTECH SAXoPRESS, aka Saxotech Online (formerly Publicus) allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and possibly execute arbitrary programs via a .. (dot dot) in the url parameter.
How severe is CVE-2006-1771?
CVE-2006-1771 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-1771 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-1771?
CVE-2006-1771 affects Saxotech Saxopress. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1771?
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-2006-1771 published?
CVE-2006-1771 was published on 2006-04-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)