CVE-2006-5029

CVE-2006-5029 is a high-severity vulnerability in Woltlab Burning Board 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

SQL injection vulnerability in thread.php in WoltLab Burning Board (wBB) 2.3.x allows remote attackers to obtain the version numbers of PHP, MySQL, and wBB via the page parameter. NOTE: this issue might be a forced SQL error. Also, the original report was disputed by a third party for 2.3.3 and 2.3.4.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-5029?
SQL injection vulnerability in thread.php in WoltLab Burning Board (wBB) 2.3.x allows remote attackers to obtain the version numbers of PHP, MySQL, and wBB via the page parameter. NOTE: this issue might be a forced SQL error. Also, the original report was disputed by a third party for 2.3.3 and 2.3.4.
How severe is CVE-2006-5029?
CVE-2006-5029 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-5029 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-5029?
CVE-2006-5029 primarily affects Woltlab Burning Board. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5029?
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-2006-5029 published?
CVE-2006-5029 was published on 2006-09-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

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