How severe is CVE-2006-5042?

CVE-2006-5042 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-5042 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-5042?

CVE-2006-5042 primarily affects Joomla Com Mosmedia. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-5042?

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-2006-5042 published?

CVE-2006-5042 was published on 2006-09-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-5042

CVE-2006-5042 is a high-severity vulnerability in Joomla Com Mosmedia 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: 1% (69th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Joomla Com Mosmedia
Published: 2006-09-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in mosMedia (com_mosmedia) 1.0.8 and earlier for Joomla! has unspecified impact and attack vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-5042?: Unspecified vulnerability in mosMedia (com_mosmedia) 1.0.8 and earlier for Joomla! has unspecified impact and attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2006-5042?: CVE-2006-5042 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-5042 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-5042?: CVE-2006-5042 primarily affects Joomla Com Mosmedia. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5042?: 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-2006-5042 published?: CVE-2006-5042 was published on 2006-09-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:joomla:com_mosmedia:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:joomla:mosmedia:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*