How severe is CVE-2006-3979?

CVE-2006-3979 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-3979 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (32nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-3979?

CVE-2006-3979 primarily affects Macromedia Coldfusion. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-3979?

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-2006-3979 published?

CVE-2006-3979 was published on 2006-08-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-3979

CVE-2006-3979 is a high-severity vulnerability in Macromedia Coldfusion 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (32nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Macromedia Coldfusion
Published: 2006-08-09
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The AdminAPI of ColdFusion MX 7 allows attackers to bypass authentication by using "programmatic access" to the adminAPI instead of the ColdFusion Administrator.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-3979?: The AdminAPI of ColdFusion MX 7 allows attackers to bypass authentication by using "programmatic access" to the adminAPI instead of the ColdFusion Administrator.
How severe is CVE-2006-3979?: CVE-2006-3979 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-3979 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (32nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-3979?: CVE-2006-3979 primarily affects Macromedia Coldfusion. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3979?: 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-2006-3979 published?: CVE-2006-3979 was published on 2006-08-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:macromedia:coldfusion:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:macromedia:coldfusion:7.02:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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