CVE-2006-2738

CVE-2006-2738 is a high-severity vulnerability in Open-xchange 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

The open source version of Open-Xchange 0.8.2 and earlier uses a static default username and password with a valid login shell in the initfile for the ldap-server, which allows remote attackers to access any server where the default has not been changed.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-2738?
The open source version of Open-Xchange 0.8.2 and earlier uses a static default username and password with a valid login shell in the initfile for the ldap-server, which allows remote attackers to access any server where the default has not been changed.
How severe is CVE-2006-2738?
CVE-2006-2738 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-2738 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-2738?
CVE-2006-2738 primarily affects Open-xchange. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2738?
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-2006-2738 published?
CVE-2006-2738 was published on 2006-06-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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