How severe is CVE-2006-4279?

CVE-2006-4279 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-4279 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-2006-4279?

CVE-2006-4279 primarily affects Xennobb. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-4279?

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-2006-4279 published?

CVE-2006-4279 was published on 2006-08-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-4279

CVE-2006-4279 is a high-severity vulnerability in Xennobb 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: 2% (76th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Xennobb
Published: 2006-08-21
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SQL injection vulnerability in topic_post.php in XennoBB 2.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the icon_topic parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-4279?: SQL injection vulnerability in topic_post.php in XennoBB 2.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the icon_topic parameter.
How severe is CVE-2006-4279?: CVE-2006-4279 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-4279 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-2006-4279?: CVE-2006-4279 primarily affects Xennobb. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4279?: 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-2006-4279 published?: CVE-2006-4279 was published on 2006-08-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:a:xennobb:xennobb:1.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:xennobb:xennobb:1.0.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:xennobb:xennobb:2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:xennobb:xennobb:2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:xennobb:xennobb:2.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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