How severe is CVE-2006-2453?

CVE-2006-2453 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-2453 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-2453?

CVE-2006-2453 affects Dia. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-2453?

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-2006-2453 published?

CVE-2006-2453 was published on 2006-05-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-2453

CVE-2006-2453 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dia 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-134.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (81st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-134
Affected product: Dia
Published: 2006-05-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple unspecified format string vulnerabilities in Dia have unspecified impact and attack vectors, a different set of issues than CVE-2006-2480.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-2453?: Multiple unspecified format string vulnerabilities in Dia have unspecified impact and attack vectors, a different set of issues than CVE-2006-2480.
How severe is CVE-2006-2453?: CVE-2006-2453 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-2453 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-2453?: CVE-2006-2453 affects Dia. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2453?: 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-2006-2453 published?: CVE-2006-2453 was published on 2006-05-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:dia:dia:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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