CVE-2006-2436

CVE-2006-2436 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Websphere Application Server 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

WebSphere Application Server 5.0.2 (or any earlier cumulative fix) stores admin and LDAP passwords in plaintext in the FFDC logs when a login to WebSphere fails, which allows attackers to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-2436?
WebSphere Application Server 5.0.2 (or any earlier cumulative fix) stores admin and LDAP passwords in plaintext in the FFDC logs when a login to WebSphere fails, which allows attackers to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2006-2436?
CVE-2006-2436 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-2436 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-2436?
CVE-2006-2436 primarily affects Ibm Websphere Application Server. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2436?
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-2006-2436 published?
CVE-2006-2436 was published on 2006-05-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

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