CVE-2006-2607

CVE-2006-2607 is a high-severity vulnerability in Paul Vixie Vixie Cron with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

do_command.c in Vixie cron (vixie-cron) 4.1 does not check the return code of a setuid call, which might allow local users to gain root privileges if setuid fails in cases such as PAM failures or resource limits, as originally demonstrated by a program that exceeds the process limits as defined in /etc/security/limits.conf.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-2607?
do_command.c in Vixie cron (vixie-cron) 4.1 does not check the return code of a setuid call, which might allow local users to gain root privileges if setuid fails in cases such as PAM failures or resource limits, as originally demonstrated by a program that exceeds the process limits as defined in /etc/security/limits.conf.
How severe is CVE-2006-2607?
CVE-2006-2607 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-2607 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (43rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-2607?
CVE-2006-2607 affects Paul Vixie Vixie Cron. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2607?
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-2006-2607 published?
CVE-2006-2607 was published on 2006-05-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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