How severe is CVE-2006-4733?

CVE-2006-4733 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-4733 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-4733?

CVE-2006-4733 primarily affects Sips. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-4733?

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-2006-4733 published?

CVE-2006-4733 was published on 2006-09-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-4733

CVE-2006-4733 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sips 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: 3% (86th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sips
Published: 2006-09-13
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in sipssys/code/box.inc.php in Haakon Nilsen simple, integrated publishing system (SIPS) 0.3.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the config[sipssys] parameter. NOTE: the product's documentation recommends placing the affected file outside of the web root, so the scope of issue is limited to admins who do not, or cannot, follow this recommendation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-4733?: PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in sipssys/code/box.inc.php in Haakon Nilsen simple, integrated publishing system (SIPS) 0.3.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the config[sipssys] parameter. NOTE: the product's documentation recommends placing the affected file outside of the web root, so the scope of issue is limited to admins who do not, or cannot, follow this recommendation.
How severe is CVE-2006-4733?: CVE-2006-4733 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-4733 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-4733?: CVE-2006-4733 primarily affects Sips. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4733?: 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-2006-4733 published?: CVE-2006-4733 was published on 2006-09-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:a:sips:sips:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sips:sips:0.2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sips:sips:0.2.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sips:sips:0.3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sips:sips:0.3.0pl1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sips:sips:0.3.0pl2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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