How severe is CVE-2006-4475?

CVE-2006-4475 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-4475 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-4475?

CVE-2006-4475 primarily affects Joomla. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-4475?

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-2006-4475 published?

CVE-2006-4475 was published on 2006-08-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-4475

CVE-2006-4475 is a high-severity vulnerability in Joomla 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (66th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Joomla
Published: 2006-08-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Joomla! before 1.0.11 does not limit access to the Admin Popups functionality, which has unknown impact and attack vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-4475?: Joomla! before 1.0.11 does not limit access to the Admin Popups functionality, which has unknown impact and attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2006-4475?: CVE-2006-4475 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-4475 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-4475?: CVE-2006-4475 primarily affects Joomla. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4475?: 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-2006-4475 published?: CVE-2006-4475 was published on 2006-08-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:joomla:joomla:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:joomla:joomla:1.0.9:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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