CVE-2006-5072

CVE-2006-5072 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Mono with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The System.CodeDom.Compiler classes in Novell Mono create temporary files with insecure permissions, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files or execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-5072?
The System.CodeDom.Compiler classes in Novell Mono create temporary files with insecure permissions, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files or execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack.
How severe is CVE-2006-5072?
CVE-2006-5072 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-5072 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-5072?
CVE-2006-5072 primarily affects Mono. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5072?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-5072 published?
CVE-2006-5072 was published on 2006-10-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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