CVE-2006-5240

CVE-2006-5240 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Docmint Docmint Cms with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in engine/require.php in Docmint 2.0 and earlier, when register_globals is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the MY_ENV[BASE_ENGINE_LOC] parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-5240?
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in engine/require.php in Docmint 2.0 and earlier, when register_globals is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the MY_ENV[BASE_ENGINE_LOC] parameter.
How severe is CVE-2006-5240?
CVE-2006-5240 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-5240 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-5240?
CVE-2006-5240 affects Docmint Docmint Cms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5240?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-5240 published?
CVE-2006-5240 was published on 2006-10-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)