How severe is CVE-2006-3940?

CVE-2006-3940 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-3940 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-3940?

CVE-2006-3940 primarily affects Phpbb Group Phpbb-auction. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-3940?

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-2006-3940 published?

CVE-2006-3940 was published on 2006-07-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-3940

CVE-2006-3940 is a high-severity vulnerability in Phpbb Group Phpbb-auction 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: 1% (62nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Phpbb Group Phpbb-auction
Published: 2006-07-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in phpbb-Auction allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the ar parameter in auction_room.php and (2) the u parameter in auction_store.php. NOTE: the auction_rating.php vector is already covered by CVE-2005-1234. NOTE: the original disclosure states that the product name is "PHP-Auction", but this is probably an error.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-3940?: Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in phpbb-Auction allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the ar parameter in auction_room.php and (2) the u parameter in auction_store.php. NOTE: the auction_rating.php vector is already covered by CVE-2005-1234. NOTE: the original disclosure states that the product name is "PHP-Auction", but this is probably an error.
How severe is CVE-2006-3940?: CVE-2006-3940 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-3940 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-3940?: CVE-2006-3940 primarily affects Phpbb Group Phpbb-auction. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3940?: 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-2006-3940 published?: CVE-2006-3940 was published on 2006-07-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:phpbb_group:phpbb-auction:1.0m:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phpbb_group:phpbb-auction:1.2m:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phpbb_group:phpbb-auction:1.3m:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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