How severe is CVE-2006-2579?

CVE-2006-2579 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-2579 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-2579?

CVE-2006-2579 primarily affects Hp Openview Storage Data Protector. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-2579?

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-2006-2579 published?

CVE-2006-2579 was published on 2006-05-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-2579

CVE-2006-2579 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Openview Storage Data Protector 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (93rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hp Openview Storage Data Protector
Published: 2006-05-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in HP OpenView Storage Data Protector 5.1 and 5.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-2579?: Unspecified vulnerability in HP OpenView Storage Data Protector 5.1 and 5.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
How severe is CVE-2006-2579?: CVE-2006-2579 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-2579 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-2579?: CVE-2006-2579 primarily affects Hp Openview Storage Data Protector. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2579?: 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-2006-2579 published?: CVE-2006-2579 was published on 2006-05-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:hp:openview_storage_data_protector:5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:openview_storage_data_protector:5.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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