CVE-2006-4557

CVE-2006-4557 is a high-severity vulnerability in Robert Jewell Discloser 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

Description

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in plugins/plugins.php in Bob Jewell Discloser 0.0.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the type parameter. NOTE: another researcher has stated that an attacker cannot control the type parameter. As of 20060901, CVE analysis concurs with the dispute

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-4557?
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in plugins/plugins.php in Bob Jewell Discloser 0.0.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the type parameter. NOTE: another researcher has stated that an attacker cannot control the type parameter. As of 20060901, CVE analysis concurs with the dispute
How severe is CVE-2006-4557?
CVE-2006-4557 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-4557 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (70th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-4557?
CVE-2006-4557 affects Robert Jewell Discloser. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4557?
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-2006-4557 published?
CVE-2006-4557 was published on 2006-09-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)