How severe is CVE-2006-5255?

CVE-2006-5255 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-5255 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-5255?

CVE-2006-5255 affects Greg Neustaetter Gcards. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-5255?

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-2006-5255 published?

CVE-2006-5255 was published on 2006-10-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-5255

CVE-2006-5255 is a high-severity vulnerability in Greg Neustaetter Gcards 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% (71st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Greg Neustaetter Gcards
Published: 2006-10-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in addnews.php in Greg Neustaetter gCards 1.13 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the languagefile parameter. NOTE: another researcher has observed that languageFile is defined before use. CVE analysis as of 20061012 concurs with the dispute

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-5255?: PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in addnews.php in Greg Neustaetter gCards 1.13 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the languagefile parameter. NOTE: another researcher has observed that languageFile is defined before use. CVE analysis as of 20061012 concurs with the dispute
How severe is CVE-2006-5255?: CVE-2006-5255 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-5255 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-5255?: CVE-2006-5255 affects Greg Neustaetter Gcards. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5255?: 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-2006-5255 published?: CVE-2006-5255 was published on 2006-10-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:greg_neustaetter:gcards:1.13:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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