CVE-2006-4717

CVE-2006-4717 is a high-severity vulnerability in Drupal Drupal Pubcookie Module 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

The login redirection mechanism in the Drupal 4.7 Pubcookie module before 1.2.2.4 2006/09/06 and the Drupal 4.6 Pubcookie module before 1.6.2.1 2006/09/07 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication requirements and spoof identities of arbitrary users via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-4717?
The login redirection mechanism in the Drupal 4.7 Pubcookie module before 1.2.2.4 2006/09/06 and the Drupal 4.6 Pubcookie module before 1.6.2.1 2006/09/07 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication requirements and spoof identities of arbitrary users via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2006-4717?
CVE-2006-4717 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-4717 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-4717?
CVE-2006-4717 primarily affects Drupal Drupal Pubcookie Module. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4717?
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-2006-4717 published?
CVE-2006-4717 was published on 2006-09-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)