How severe is CVE-2006-3287?

CVE-2006-3287 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-3287 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-3287?

CVE-2006-3287 affects Cisco Wireless Control System. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-3287?

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-2006-3287 published?

CVE-2006-3287 was published on 2006-06-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-3287

CVE-2006-3287 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Wireless Control System 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: 3% (84th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cisco Wireless Control System
Published: 2006-06-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS) for Linux and Windows 4.0(1) and earlier uses a default administrator username "root" and password "public," which allows remote attackers to gain access (aka bug CSCse21391).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-3287?: Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS) for Linux and Windows 4.0(1) and earlier uses a default administrator username "root" and password "public," which allows remote attackers to gain access (aka bug CSCse21391).
How severe is CVE-2006-3287?: CVE-2006-3287 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-3287 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-3287?: CVE-2006-3287 affects Cisco Wireless Control System. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3287?: 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-2006-3287 published?: CVE-2006-3287 was published on 2006-06-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:h:cisco:wireless_control_system:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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